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Terral RiverService

BOAT PILOT

Lettsworth, LA · On-site

... sounds, rivers, lakes, bays and other navigable bodies of water. * Responsible for crew safety ... Must be able to work various hours/holidays/weekends. Physical Requirements * Must pass "fit for ...

TerralRiver Service

BOAT PILOT - FLEET

Blytheville, AR · On-site

... sounds, rivers, lakes, bays and other navigable bodies of water. * Responsible for crew safety ... Must be able to work various hours/holidays/weekends. Physical Requirements * Must pass "fit for ...

Livestock Nutrition Center

Boat Pilot

Keota, OK · On-site

Ensure the vessel is operated safely and efficiently in various weather and river conditions ... Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. * Reliable, regular on-time attendance ...

Livestock Nutrition Center

Boat Pilot

Keota, OK · On-site

Ensure the vessel is operated safely and efficiently in various weather and river conditions ... Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. * Reliable, regular on-time attendance ...

United States Steel Corporation

Boat Pilot

Clairton, PA · On-site

Operating Technician I (River Pilot) is responsible for moving the barge fleet around the Mon River basin. This will include placing barges under and around the Coal Unloaders, which remove the coal ...

Meuth Concrete

Marine Harbor Boat pilot

Henderson, KY · On-site

We are looking to add to our team a Marine Harbor Boat Pilot. The candidate should have 2-3 years handling tow boats on the western rivers. The candidate must be well verse in the day to day ...

Meuth Concrete

Marine Harbor Boat pilot

Henderson, KY · On-site

We are looking to add to our team a Marine Harbor Boat Pilot. The candidate should have 2-3 years handling tow boats on the western rivers. The candidate must be well verse in the day to day ...

Meuth Concrete

Marine Harbor Boat pilot

Henderson, KY · On-site

We are looking to add to our team a Marine Harbor Boat Pilot. The candidate should have 2-3 years handling tow boats on the western rivers. The candidate must be well verse in the day to day ...

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How much do weekend river boat pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend river boat pilot in the United States is $144,531.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $230,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend River Boat Pilot vs Full-Time River Boat Captain?

AspectWeekend River Boat PilotFull-Time River Boat Captain
CredentialsValid boating license, safety certificationsValid boating license, advanced safety and navigation certifications
Work EnvironmentPart-time, weekends, recreational or tour boatsFull-time, commercial or passenger vessels
Employer & IndustryTour companies, recreational servicesCommercial shipping, passenger cruise lines
Search & Comparison IntentPart-time, recreational, weekend workFull-time, professional career

The main difference between a Weekend River Boat Pilot and a Full-Time River Boat Captain lies in their work hours, certifications, and employment type. Weekend River Boat Pilots typically work part-time on recreational or tour boats during weekends, requiring basic boating licenses. In contrast, Full-Time River Boat Captains work full-time in commercial settings, often holding advanced certifications. Both roles involve navigating rivers, but their scope and commitment levels differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Weekend River Boat Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $144,531 per year, or $69.5 per hour.

BOAT PILOT

Terral RiverService

Lettsworth, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Position Summary:
Terral RiverService, Inc. is currently looking for U.S. Coast Guard licensed Captains/Pilots for our fleets and line boats. Experience is preferred but not required. TRS has a very aggressive training program for intercompany advancement.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Commands pushboat.
  • Commands pushboat while towing barges, ships, rigs and other vessels into and out of harbors, estuaries, straits, sounds, rivers, lakes, bays and other navigable bodies of water.
  • Responsible for crew safety, vessel and tow operations through use of Terral RiverService, Inc safety practices and policies.
  • Occasionally supervises or assists workers on deck to rig towlines.
  • Determines course and towing speed on basis of specialized knowledge of local winds, weather, tides and current.
  • Steers pushboat to push or pull vessels to destination and to berth and un-berth ships avoiding reefs, outlying shoals, and other hazards to shipping.
  • Utilizes navigation devices, such as radar, sonic depth finder, compass and sextant and other aids to navigation, such as lighthouses and buoys
  • Directs and occasionally assists in placement of suction hose or siphon to pump water from hold of barge
  • Directs and assists in performance of general maintenance work.
  • Ensuring all vessel personnel adhere to all U.S. Coast Guard and company policies
  • Occasionally supervises or assists in operation of all vessel equipment
  • Position is required to hold current license issued by U. S. Coast Guard as designated according to waters navigated and size of pushboat
  • Must perform other duties such as engineer, oiler, deckhand, and cook as required.

Requirements
Experience, Skills, and Education:
  • At least eighteen (18) years of age.
  • Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TWIC.
  • Must have a current USCG Master of Towing Vessel license or higher.
  • Have a Radar endorsement or Radar Certification
  • Be CPR & 1st Aid Certified
  • Have proficient computer skills to include E-mail, internet browsers, and navigational systems Knowledge of the Ohio, Tennessee, Cumberland, Tenn-Tom, Tombigbee, Black Warrior, LMR, Red, Black, Ouachita, Atchafalaya, and/or GIWW rivers and waterways are highly preferred.
  • Must have dependable transportation to designated TRS locations, no exceptions. Must be able to work various hours/holidays/weekends.

Physical Requirements
  • Must pass "fit for duty" requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test).
  • The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces.
  • Must be able to work in difficult conditions with exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, wind, heat, etc.).
  • Must be comfortable working aboard boats and barges.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work at protected heights up to 40 feet.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Note: This job description provides a general overview of the typical responsibilities and qualifications for a Boat Pilot. Actual job requirements may vary based on the specific needs of the organization and industry standards.
About Terral RiverService, Inc:
Terral RiverService (TRS) is a Family-owned business with a continually growing footprint of boats and barges throughout most of the inland waterway system of the US. We specialize in bulk storage, material handling, river, road and rail logistics along the Mississippi River system, the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and the inland waterways of Louisiana and southern Arkansas. With our growing fleet of push boats, river barges, and modern dock operations strategically located throughout the Lower Mississippi River Valley, we are outfitted to transport, handle, and store virtually any commodity needed in the marketplace. TRS has over 600 employees and has operations in multiple states.

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