Inland Marine Boat Pilot

Location: Monaca

Inland Marine Boat Pilot Trumbull-Brayman Joint Venture Montgomery Lock & Dam Project - Monaca, Pennsylvania Trumbull Corporation is seeking an experienced union Inland Marine Boat Pilot to support the Montgomery Lock & Dam Project in Monaca, Pennsylvania, a major U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) infrastructure project located on the Ohio River navigation system with an estimated 8-year duration.

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

This position offers stable, long-term employment on a high-profile federal infrastructure project supporting the U.S. inland waterway system.

---Schedule & Compensation The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday - approximately 40 hours per week, with additional overtime available based on project needs and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

This is a union position, and the successful candidate will become a member of the applicable Operating Engineers Local.

Compensation includes:

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 The Boat Pilot is responsible for safely operating project vessels and supporting marine construction activities within an active inland river navigation pool.

Responsibilities include:

Operating towboats and support vessels used for construction operations

Positioning and maneuvering construction barges, crane barges, and floating equipment

Assisting with marine construction activities including pile driving operations and barge crane work Monitoring river conditions and coordinating vessel movements within the inland navigation system

Working closely with marine crews, deckhands, and equipment operators to support field operations

Ensuring safe vessel operation and compliance with USACE requirements and Coast Guard regulations

Performing daily inspections of vessels and marine equipment

Maintaining communication with project supervision and marine fleet personnel

Assisting with general marine operations and maintaining safe work areas

The Boat Pilot is expected to operate vessels safely while supporting efficient marine construction operations on the project.

---Qualifications & Education Minimum 5 years of experience operating towboats or similar inland marine vessels

Minimum 10 years of marine experience

Experience operating vessels within inland river navigation systems

Experience supporting marine construction operations or barge fleet movements preferred

Knowledge of river navigation practices, barge handling, and vessel positioning

Familiarity with lock and dam navigation procedures

Strong understanding of marine safety practices and navigation rules

Ability to work effectively with marine crews and construction personnel

Commitment to maintaining safe vessel operations

Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) or equivalent marine license required

Recent and verifiable work history required---Work Environment Work is performed on and around water within an active inland river navigation pool supporting heavy civil construction operations. Duties involve operating vessels and working aboard towboats, barges, and floating equipment in varying weather and river conditions.

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