Demonstrated leadership and personnel management experience required.
Marine industry experience required.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to travel approximately 40% to vessel locations as required.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record required.
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation, including evenings and weekends.
Proficiency with modern navigation and vessel management software.
Strong understanding of maritime regulations, compliance requirements, and vessel inspection standards.
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day operations of an assigned fleet of 10-12 line-haul towboats (5,000-10,000 HP).
Serve as primary liaison between vessel personnel and shore-side management.
Maintain strong working relationships with vessel employees and support crew engagement.
Ensure vessels are staffed with fully qualified Masters, Pilots, Chiefs, and crew.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.
Monitor river conditions for safe navigation decisions.
Respond to vessel emergencies, minimizing downtime through effective onsite leadership.
Benefits
Competitive pay.
Health, dental & vision insurance.
401K plan with company match.
Bonus plan.
Company paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending account.
Critical illness and accident insurance.
Other incentives.
Full Job Description
Principal Responsibilities:
Manage day-to-day operations of an assigned fleet of 10-12 line-haul towboats (5,000-10,000 HP), ensuring alignment with Company Core Principles.
Serve as primary liaison between vessel personnel and shore-side management.
Maintain strong working relationships with vessel employees and support crew engagement.
Ensure vessels are staffed with fully qualified Masters, Pilots, Chiefs, and crew.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and company policies.
Monitor river conditions and provide information to support safe navigation decisions.
Respond to vessel emergencies, minimizing downtime through effective onsite leadership.
Conduct regular vessel inspections to ensure operational readiness and equipment standards.
Administer company policies, including discipline and performance evaluations.
Represent the Company in dealings with the U.S. Coast Guard and other regulatory agencies.
Investigate incidents and injuries and ensure proper reporting.
Develop and implement policies to improve safety, efficiency, and operations.
Ensure vessels operate within budget.
Support the Safety Management System and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Demonstrated leadership and personnel management experience required.
Marine industry experience required.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to travel approximately 40% to vessel locations as required.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record required.
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation, including evenings and weekends.
Proficiency with modern navigation and vessel management software.
Strong understanding of maritime regulations, compliance requirements, and vessel inspection standards.
Marquette offers competitive pay, health, dental & vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, bonus plan, company paid life insurance, short- & long-term disability, flexible spending account, critical illness, accident insurance, and other incentives!
