Jobs at Grand River Navigation Company, Inc.

Perform general deck maintenance, assist with mooring, cargo and watchstanding duties, operate and maintain deck equipment, conduct inspections, participate in emergency drills, and support vessel operations under supervision.

Operate and maintain onboard cargo conveyor systems on self-unloading Great Lakes vessels. Monitor equipment during cargo operations, perform inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and minor repairs. Report issues, maintain safe cargo and deck areas, assist with mooring and deck operations, support emergency response, keep maintenance logs, and participate in seasonal vessel maintenance and fit-out activities.

Stand watch as an engineering officer, perform preventative maintenance tasks, and maintain shipboard engine and deck equipment (air compressors, pumps, winches, sewage/OWS). Complete assignments from the Chief Engineer and support safe, efficient vessel operations.

Operate and supervise navigation watches and the deck department aboard US-flagged self-unloading vessels. Oversee maintenance of hull, decks and lifesaving/firefighting equipment, supervise safe cargo loading/unloading, order deck supplies, and perform duties assigned by the Vessel Master while maintaining safety and teamwork.

Operate as a licensed Third Mate aboard US-flag self-unloading Great Lakes vessels: stand navigation watches, supervise deck maintenance and cargo operations, ensure lifesaving/firefighting equipment readiness, direct deck department and supplies, and perform duties assigned by the Vessel Master.

Serve as 1st Assistant Engineer aboard US-flag self-unloading vessels: safely stand engineering watch, perform preventative maintenance, and maintain engine and deck equipment (air compressors, winches, sewage units, ballast and potable water pumps, OWS). Complete tasks assigned by the Chief Engineer and follow safety and teamwork standards.

Serve as a 2nd Assistant Engineer aboard US-flag self-unloading Great Lakes vessels: stand engineering watches, perform preventative maintenance tasks, and maintain onboard engine and auxiliary systems (air compressors, pumps, winches, sewage/OWS). Perform duties assigned by the Chief Engineer and follow safety and teamwork standards.