Trumbull-Brayman Joint Venture is seeking an experienced Union Boat Pilot to support the Montgomery Lock & Dam Project in Monaca, Pennsylvania. This is a major U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) inland waterway infrastructure project on the Ohio River with an anticipated 8-year duration.

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

This role offers stable, long-term employment on a high-profile federal infrastructure project.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

Monday through Friday schedule, approximately 40 hours per week
Additional overtime available based on project needs and per the collective bargaining agreement
Union position, successful candidate will join the applicable Operating Engineers Local

Compensation & Benefits:

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

Safely operate towboats and support vessels for marine construction operations
Position and maneuver construction barges, crane barges, and floating equipment
Support marine construction activities including pile driving and barge crane work
Monitor river conditions and coordinate vessel movements in the active navigation pool
Work closely with deckhands, marine crews, and construction teams
Perform daily vessel inspections and maintain safe work areas
Ensure compliance with USACE requirements and U.S. Coast Guard regulations
Communicate effectively with project supervision and marine fleet personnel

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 5 years of experience operating towboats or similar inland marine vessels
Minimum 10 years of total marine experience
Experience operating vessels in inland river navigation systems
Marine construction or barge fleet support experience preferred
Strong knowledge of river navigation, barge handling, and vessel positioning
Familiarity with lock and dam navigation procedures
Thorough understanding of marine safety practices and navigation rules
Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) or equivalent required
Recent and verifiable work history required
Ability to work effectively in a union marine-construction environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed on and around water in an active inland river navigation pool supporting heavy civil construction. Duties involve operating vessels and working aboard towboats, barges, and floating equipment in varying weather and river conditions.

SAFETY

This is a Safety Sensitive Position requiring work on project sites, including federal projects. Project sites contain various safety hazards associated with heavy construction. This position may require working at heights, in confined spaces, around heavy equipment, and under constantly changing circumstances. This position may also entail project site work at night and on weekends on an as needed basis. This position will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Some positions with the company will have access to confidential and proprietary information. Successful candidates for those positions will be required to sign our standard confidentiality agreement as a condition of employment.

Location: 15061

Brayman and Affiliate Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state and local laws.

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