Harbor Pilot (Boat Pilot)

Job overview

The Harbor Pilot (Boat Pilot) role is onsite in Memphis, TN. Compensation is not specified. The role supports safe and efficient vessel and tow operations and assists with loading and unloading cargo from barges; shifts are 12 hours, with employees home daily. The pilot leads the crew and vessel, enforces safety and company policies, and coordinates assignments, cargo awareness, and required reporting. The role also maintains logs and radio watch, supports crew performance, and helps manage vessel costs and operations.

What you'll do

• Support loading and unloading cargo from barges
• operate the vessel and tow safely and efficiently
• enforce company and vessel policies
• conduct safety drills and meetings
• instruct and monitor crew
• carry out vessel security duties
• ensure crew understand barge cargo and hazards
• manage crew assignments and performance
• maintain logs and radio watch
• report designated cargo movements
• support vessel budget and cost efficiency.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

harbor pilot

boat pilot

tow boat pilot

barge operations

vessel safety

crew supervision

cargo handling

memphis tn

enstructure llc

12-hour shifts

home daily

uscg master of towing vessels license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a USCG Master of Towing Vessels license endorsed for service, USCG physical qualification, and at least five years of experience; shifts are 12 hours and employees are home daily.

About the employer

ENSTRUCTURE LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Port and Harbor Operations. Sector: 48.