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Harbor Pilot Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

The Pilot monitors and controls expenditures for fuel, supplies, harbor service usage, and overtime. The Pilot ensures the vessel is operated safely and efficiently in all weather and river ...

The Pilot monitors and controls expenditures for fuel, supplies, harbor service usage, and overtime. The Pilot ensures the vessel is operated safely and efficiently in all weather and river ...

Pilot

South Point, OH · On-site

$350 - $700/day

... harbor service usage, and overtime. The Pilot ensures the vessel is operated safely and efficiently in all weather and river conditions. 5.1.7 The Pilot must meet all the requirements to maintain a ...

Pilot

South Point, OH · On-site

$350 - $700/day

... harbor service usage, and overtime. The Pilot ensures the vessel is operated safely and efficiently in all weather and river conditions. 5.1.7 The Pilot must meet all the requirements to maintain a ...

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$124.5K

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How much do harbor pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for harbor pilot in Ohio is $124,462.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,100.00 and $147,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a harbor pilot?

A Harbor Pilot is a highly trained maritime professional responsible for safely navigating ships into and out of ports, harbors, and restricted waterways. They have expert knowledge of local tides, currents, and hazards, ensuring vessels avoid accidents and comply with port regulations. Pilots board incoming ships, often via pilot boats or helicopters, and take temporary control to guide them safely to their berth. Their work is crucial for preventing collisions, protecting the environment, and maintaining efficient port operations.

What does a harbor pilot do?

A typical day for a Harbor Pilot involves boarding large vessels as they approach or depart a port, frequently by pilot boat or sometimes by helicopter, and expertly navigating them through challenging harbor waters to their berth or safe exit. Pilots must coordinate closely with ship captains, tugboat crews, and harbor authorities to ensure every maneuver is safe and compliant with local regulations. Work schedules can vary, often including night shifts, weekends, and being on-call to respond to ships at any hour. The role requires constant focus and readiness, as every vessel and weather condition presents unique challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a harbor pilot?

To thrive as a Harbor Pilot, you need expert knowledge of local waterways, advanced ship handling abilities, and a marine pilot license, often requiring years of seafaring experience and specialized examination. Familiarity with navigation systems, radar, communication equipment, and local port regulations is crucial. Exceptional situational awareness, decisiveness under pressure, and strong communication skills distinguish top performers in this field. These competencies ensure the safe and efficient guiding of vessels, protecting crews, cargo, and infrastructure within busy harbors.

What are popular job titles related to Harbor Pilot jobs in Ohio?

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Infographic showing various Harbor Pilot job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $124,462 per year, or $59.8 per hour.

Pilot

South Point, OH • On-site

Superior Marine Inc
Water Transportation • 1 - 10 employees

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Pilot for Fleet or Line Haul Operations

The job description and duties of Pilot (Pilot for Fleet or Line Haul) for vessels engaged in Line Haul service are outlined below and shall apply to all Pilots employed by Superior Marine.

Position Summary

The Pilot is directly responsible for the safety of the towing vessel. The Pilot is directly responsible for all vessel operations and must be knowledgeable of general operation of the vessel, its systems, to follow and carry out safety rules, procedures, and policies as stated in the Safety Management System applicable to the towing vessel.

The Pilot is responsible for adhering to the provisions of the Certificate of Inspection (COI), if/when issued. The Pilot is responsible for adhering to the provisions of all applicable company policies and procedures and for all regulations.

The Pilot must also make a reasonable effort to review the contents of the Safety Management System initially and when any changes are made thereafter, and comply with the Safety Management System, and applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

The Pilot monitors and controls expenditures for fuel, supplies, harbor service usage, and overtime. The Pilot ensures the vessel is operated safely and efficiently in all weather and river conditions.

The Pilot must meet all the requirements to maintain a current USCG Mariner License for the area they operate, Radar Observer certificates, Medical and TWIC cards. Note if any renewal dates are expired then the license is not valid to work under.

  • Original unexpired documents must be in the possession of the wheelhouse personnel when on board the vessel.
  • Any change in the status of an individual's license or radar certificate or medical card must immediately be reported to Management.
  • Copies of required documents shall be kept in the office in employee files.

The Pilot is responsible for and will be held accountable for his/her own health, safety, and cleanliness as well as the safety, cleanliness and work performance of all those crew members under him/her. He/she must be familiar with the company's policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations, and must abide by them at all times.

The Pilot is responsible for supervising all persons onboard in carrying out their assigned duties.

The Pilot is responsible for maintaining all safety, lifesaving and PPE equipment aboard the vessel. The Pilot shall ensure the vessel is properly equipped; the equipment is kept ready for use and is inspected and checked as prescribed in the Safety Management System.

The Pilot shall ensure that all crewmembers are properly trained in the use of the firefighting and lifesaving equipment and all crewmembers are properly trained in emergency response procedures to respond to various emergencies that may arise in the marine environment.

The Pilot must maintain company required logs, documentation and checklist as described in the Safety Management System.

Work Schedule:

The standard work schedule for a fleet Pilot is a rotation of days and night shifts that vary with the assigned vessel for not more than 12 hours per 24 hour period, except in an emergency.