Pilot - Master of Towing Vessels

Heidelberg Materials hiring for Pilot - Master of Towing Vessels jobs in Romeoville, IL, US

AutoReqId: 18812BR

Pay Class: Hourly

Hourly Pay Rate: $59.58

Department: Operations

Line of Business: Aggregates

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Posting:

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Tow Boat Pilot for our Romeoville facility located in Romeoville, IL.

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.

What You'll Get To Do

Want to be work on the river for your career? Join our team of professional mariners as a Master of Towing Vessels. Our vessels operate on the upper half of the Illinois River System as well as the exciting waters of the Chicago River in downtown Chicago. As one of our Captains, you will get to experience a rewarding day for day schedule working 21-day rotations.

• Verify Vessel and Crew are suitable for the intended routes;
• Ensure navigational assessments are completed prior to getting underway and updated as needed throughout each trip;
• Ensure required inspections, reports, logbook entries, and items required by the Towing Vessel Record are completed as necessary;
• Navigate the vessel and tow safely and efficiently while on watch;
• Ensure all barges are in navigable condition;
• Supervise crew to ensure safe and efficient work practices are being followed;
• Determine when Lookouts are required to assist with safe navigation
• Follow Safety Policies, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Maintain an awareness of environmental standards. Take corrective action to address minor problems or report compliance issues to the appropriate supervisor for resolution.

What We Are Looking For

• Must be willing to work on the waterway for up to 30 consecutive days, living aboard the vessel.
• Must comply with all federal, state and local guidelines.
• Previous experience in the barge towing industry required
• US Coast Guard Master of Towing Vessel MMC Required
• Illinois River Experience Preferred

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Heidelberg Materials is a Drug Free Workplace

Employer Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled