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Vessel Manager

Marquette Transportation Company, LLC -
Paducah, KY

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Driver's License
Crew management
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

About Marquette:
Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky and founded in 1978, Marquette is a leading provider of inland marine transportation services. Our Company operates over 130 towboats on the Mississippi River System, Gulf-Intracoastal Waterway, and near-shore coastwise market. In addition, the Company controls over 1,000 dry cargo barges. The Company has additional offices in St Rose, LA, Lockport, LA and La Porte, TX. With over 1,800 vessel and shore-based employees, Marquette is the largest provider of independent towing services within the inland waterways. We are the only fully integrated fleet in the industry that can do what we do.

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!

Marquette is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. By clicking the link below, you authorize Marquette Transportation Company, LLC to contact you by any method at the number provided.

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