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Norfolk, VA · On-site
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named ...
Norfolk, VA · On-site
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named ...
Norfolk, VA · On-site
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named ...
Norfolk, VA · On-site
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named ...
Norfolk, VA · On-site
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named ...
Norfolk, VA · On-site
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named ...
Norfolk, VA · On-site
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named ...
Norfolk, VA · On-site
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named ...
Norfolk, VA · On-site
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named ...
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
... Harbor, Kubernetes, Terraform, and container orchestration platforms. * Leads continuous ... Pilots advanced security-as-code techniques such as policy-driven guardrails, automated risk ...
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
... Harbor, Kubernetes, Terraform, and container orchestration platforms. * Leads continuous ... Pilots advanced security-as-code techniques such as policy-driven guardrails, automated risk ...
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
... Harbor, Kubernetes, Terraform, and container orchestration platforms. * Leads continuous ... Pilots advanced security-as-code techniques such as policy-driven guardrails, automated risk ...
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
... Harbor, Kubernetes, Terraform, and container orchestration platforms. * Leads continuous ... Pilots advanced security-as-code techniques such as policy-driven guardrails, automated risk ...
Merrifield, VA · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Support pilot implementations and nationwide technology rollouts * Assist with developing user ... Retirement Plan (Safe Harbor 401k) * Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) * Paid Time Off ...
Merrifield, VA · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Support pilot implementations and nationwide technology rollouts * Assist with developing user ... Retirement Plan (Safe Harbor 401k) * Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) * Paid Time Off ...
Norfolk, VA · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... New York Harbor / Long Island Sound region. Our mission is to provide safe, environmentally ... Coordinates directly with customers, agents, terminals, pilots, and crews on schedule changes ...
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Norfolk, VA · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... New York Harbor / Long Island Sound region. Our mission is to provide safe, environmentally ... Coordinates directly with customers, agents, terminals, pilots, and crews on schedule changes ...
$49.1K - $62.7K
10% of jobs
$62.7K - $76.4K
7% of jobs
$76.4K - $90K
3% of jobs
$100.3K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$90K - $103.7K
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$103.7K - $117.3K
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The median wage is $139.5K / yr.
$131K - $144.7K
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$144.7K - $158.3K
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$158.3K - $172K
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$172K - $185.6K
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$185.6K - $199.3K
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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.
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.
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.
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Water transportation
501 - 1,000 Employees
New York, NY, US
1864