Grow your career with Ingram Marine Group. We are looking for a Port Mate in the Sauget, IL area. You'll have variety on every shift supporting vessels, maintaining docks, and keeping things moving.
Job DescriptionThis role involves transporting crew members and supplies to nearby vessels, as well as maintaining the grounds and vehicles used by Ingram Associates. Candidates must reside in the Sauget area.
What you will be doing:
- Transporting/Coordinating crew members and supplies to company vessels via crew boat
- Coordinating boardings to vessels for service technicians
- General upkeep of dock landing barges and crew boats
- Overseeing dock string re-spudding
- Maintaining the facility and parking area for appearance and operation
- Security for office, company equipment, and vessel personnel parked vehicles
- Supporting Custom Fuel Service
- Monitoring inventory of landing for restock
- Overseeing light duty personnel at times
- Supporting vessel crew members
- Overseeing Fire Extinguisher Program for all IBCO vessels
- Tracking onboard rigging inventory
- Overseeing maintenance of crew boats
- Overseeing and participating in re-spudding of the fleet and dock barge when moving due to changing river conditions
- Supporting all departments after hours with a priority for crew dispatch and our warehouse
- Ensuring all vessels at docks are secure
- Responsible for housekeeping needs when they arise
- Inspecting shore wires and other fleet securement systems
- Supporting department activities with regular and prompt attendance
- Utilizing Helm for facility inspections, safety meetings, and drills
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent communication skills are a must.
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- At least one year of experience is preferred.
- A Forklift certification is required.
- TWIC required.
- A valid driver's license is required.
Working Environment and Conditions:
- Able to bend, stoop and stand for long periods of time
- Able to frequently lift, hold, and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- Able to safely enter and exit confined spaces, climb ladders up to 70 feet and negotiate uneven and moving surfaces
- Able to meet weight and size limits outlined in equipment safety guidelines
- Able to board and ride in skiffs/crew boat in order to reach vessels
- Able to hear, understand and communicate instructions in English, particularly in emergency situations
- Able to work in extreme weather (i.e. heat, cold, snow)
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- In extreme circumstances, may need to lift, hold, or carry equipment weighing up to 85 lbs.
Pay: $26.00 hourly
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected]
Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.
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If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected]
Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled
We participate in EVerify
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Forklift certification
- TWIC
- Valid driver's license
- At least one year of experience
Ingram Barge Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ingram Barge Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Ingram Barge Company.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered above‑average for inland river work and commonly described as fair for what the roles demand. The linehaul 'split pay' approach is described as providing steady biweekly checks that help with financial stability.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Earnings tend to rise with tenure and credentials, with clear pathways from entry deckhand into senior deckhand and pilot roles. Progression is described as improving compensation over time.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with a dollar‑for‑dollar company match from the start is emphasized, alongside auto‑enrollment and optional auto‑increase features. The employer match vests after a defined service period.
Ingram Barge Company Insights
What We Do
Ingram Barge Company has been a quality marine transporter on America's inland waterways since 1946, and has grown to become the leading carrier on America’s inland waterways. Ingram Barge has superior customer service; state-of-the-art information systems; and training and safety practices that are second to none. A commitment to continuous improvement involving every associate sets Ingram apart from the competition and provides the best possible service and value for the transportation dollar.
