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Brayman Construction

Union Boat Pilot

Monaca, PA

$44.96/hr

Union position, successful candidate will join the applicable Operating Engineers Local ... Support marine construction activities including pile driving and barge crane work * Monitor river ...

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The Lindy Group

Inland Marine Boat Pilot

Monaca, PA

$44.96/hr

Inland Marine Boat Pilot Trumbull-Brayman Joint Venture Montgomery Lock & Dam Project - Monaca ... This is a union position, and the successful candidate will become a member of the applicable ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for marine union in the United States is $27.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $34.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Marine Union job refers to a position in the maritime industry that is covered by a labor union. These jobs include roles such as deckhands, engineers, and captains on commercial vessels, tugboats, and cargo ships. Being part of a marine union provides workers with benefits such as job security, competitive wages, and legal representation. Union members also receive standardized working conditions and safety protections.

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Union Boat Pilot

Union Boat Pilot

Brayman Construction

Monaca, PA

$44.96/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Trumbull-Brayman Joint Venture is seeking an experienced Union Boat Pilot to support the Montgomery Lock & Dam Project in Monaca, Pennsylvania. This is a major U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) inland waterway infrastructure project on the Ohio River with an anticipated 8-year duration.

This long-term, full-time union position is responsible for operating project vessels that support heavy civil construction activities. The Boat Pilot will safely maneuver towboats and support vessels to position barges, floating cranes, and other marine equipment within an active inland river navigation pool.

This role offers stable, long-term employment on a high-profile federal infrastructure project.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

  • Monday through Friday schedule, approximately 40 hours per week
  • Additional overtime available based on project needs and per the collective bargaining agreement
  • Union position, successful candidate will join the applicable Operating Engineers Local

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Union wage starting at $44.96 per hour (based on experience)
  • Overtime pay
  • Medical / Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Pension Plan
  • Additional benefits provided through the collective bargaining agreement

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Safely operate towboats and support vessels for marine construction operations
  • Position and maneuver construction barges, crane barges, and floating equipment
  • Support marine construction activities including pile driving and barge crane work
  • Monitor river conditions and coordinate vessel movements in the active navigation pool
  • Work closely with deckhands, marine crews, and construction teams
  • Perform daily vessel inspections and maintain safe work areas
  • Ensure compliance with USACE requirements and U.S. Coast Guard regulations
  • Communicate effectively with project supervision and marine fleet personnel

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum 5 years of experience operating towboats or similar inland marine vessels
  • Minimum 10 years of total marine experience
  • Experience operating vessels in inland river navigation systems
  • Marine construction or barge fleet support experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of river navigation, barge handling, and vessel positioning
  • Familiarity with lock and dam navigation procedures
  • Thorough understanding of marine safety practices and navigation rules
  • Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) or equivalent required
  • Recent and verifiable work history required
  • Ability to work effectively in a union marine-construction environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed on and around water in an active inland river navigation pool supporting heavy civil construction. Duties involve operating vessels and working aboard towboats, barges, and floating equipment in varying weather and river conditions.


SAFETY

This is a Safety Sensitive Position requiring work on project sites, including federal projects. Project sites contain various safety hazards associated with heavy construction. This position may require working at heights, in confined spaces, around heavy equipment, and under constantly changing circumstances. This position may also entail project site work at night and on weekends on an as needed basis. This position will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.


CONFIDENTIALITY

Some positions with the company will have access to confidential and proprietary information. Successful candidates for those positions will be required to sign our standard confidentiality agreement as a condition of employment.


Location: 15061


Brayman and Affiliate Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state and local laws.


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