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Big Valley Pilot job at Ergon in Vicksburg MS

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Big Valley Pilot

Ergon Marine and Industrial Supply Inc. has an opening for a full-time Big Valley Pilot at its Vicksburg location. If you are a hard-working person who likes helping others and being proud of the physical work you accomplish this might be a job you would enjoy. EMIS services vessels and tows and this job allows you to be a part of the support of the river crews.

Ergon is a family-owned oil and gas company based in the Jackson MS area with facilities across the US. EMIS is a subsidiary with facilities that support marine traffic up and down the Mississippi River. Our facilities are located in Vicksburg MS; Memphis TN; and Wood River IL.

Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k) Matching Health Life Dental Holidays Vacation Sick Leave Tuition Assistance and Profit Sharing.

The Big Valley Pilot ensures the safe and efficient operation and performance of his crew vessel and tow in a manner that complies with company policy U. S. Coast Guard rules and regulations and federal state and local laws.

Big Valley Pilot Responsibilities include the following:

• Ensure that company policy rules and regulations are followed.
• Report violations of EMIS company policy or violations of federal state or local laws.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the vessel while on watch.
• Inspect all areas of the vessel and tow to ensure safety proper maintenance and a clean vessel ready for voyage.
• Provide customer service according to the EMIS Mission Statement.
• Ensure safe loading of supplies by forklift and that all customer supplies are onboard before leaving the dock
• Load parts and grocery orders when needed
• Monitor the whiteboard in dispatch for incoming vessel needs
• Complete an EMIS Multi-Purpose Tracking Form for items put off by customer vessels
• Balance the cash drawer at the end of each shift correcting mistakes as needed
• Ensure all crewmembers on EMIS vessels and docks are using Proper PPE.
• Assist other operations as required by management.
• Report incidents immediately to the appropriate supervisor and enter them in the vessel logs.
• Ensure fire extinguishers are recharged or refilled as required for each type of extinguisher.
• Ensure an adequate number of approved life preservers are on board.
• Ensure an adequate quantity of first aid supplies on board the vessel.
• Complete Towing Vessel Record in TowWorks each shift which includes the following:
• Engine Room Log
• Pre-Sail Check List

When a Big Valley Pilot is assigned the task of training an upcoming pilot the current pilot is considered the "Master of the Vessel" and is responsible for and will be held accountable for the actions of the trainee in the performance of their duties.

Big Valley Pilot Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a U.S. Coast Guard 100-Ton Masters License
• Must have sufficient time with EMIS to prove competence and leadership skills as determined by the Port Captain and Vice President for promotion from within the company
• Must be able to swim
• Valid TWIC Card (Transportation Workers Identification Credential)
• Must have a valid drivers license

We are an EEO/AAP employer.

Position: Big Valley Pilot

Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test background check and MVR.

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