River Boat Pilot

Job Overview

Magnolia Marine Transport is a relationship‑driven, family‑owned company that values professionalism, leadership, and teamwork. We are seeking a full‑time Pilot to safely operate company vessels and tows in accordance with all applicable regulations and company policies. This role is based in Vicksburg, MS, USA
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Vicksburg, MS, USA

• Must hold appropriate USCG Merchant Mariner Credentials for the assigned area of operation.
• Must possess a valid TWIC Card, Radio License, and Radar Observer Certificate, as required.
• Demonstrated time and experience with Magnolia Marine sufficient to establish competence and leadership ability.
• Working knowledge of USCG Rules and Regulations and company policies.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in dynamic and potentially hazardous operating environments.

• Acts as second in command and is directly responsible to the Captain; represents the Captain when standing watch.
• Responsible, along with all crew members, for the safety of the vessel, crew, and tow, and for compliance with the Safety Management System.
• Navigates the vessel in full compliance with USCG regulations, company policies, and the vessel's Certificate of Inspection (COI), when applicable.
• Reports unsafe conditions, incidents, and nonconformities to the Captain and Port Captain, and takes appropriate action to prevent accidents.
• Has the authority to determine when unsafe conditions exist and may refuse a tow or navigational area deemed unsafe or presenting undue risk.
• Requests company assistance when necessary to ensure safe and compliant operations.
• While on watch, maintains responsibility for the safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, and tow; sounds alarms and summons the Captain if a dangerous situation develops.
• Stands watch in the pilothouse at all times, except during dry‑dock periods.
• Ensures all required logs and records are accurately completed during assigned watch.
• Communicates all pertinent operational information and incidents to the Captain in a timely manner.

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Profit Sharing

Magnolia Marine Transport is an EEO/AAP Employer
. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test and background check.

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