The American tugboat, towboat, and barge industry is experiencing tremendous growth at this time and by all accounts is projected to continue growing. Becoming a mariner opens up an array of exciting employment opportunities, a chance to build a meaningful and prosperous career as well as a lifetime of experiences working in one of America’s most affluent, adventurous, and prestigious enterprises – the Inland Waterways. 

Whether you choose to pursue a career working shore side in operations, logistics, sales, human resources, accounting, dispatch, or shipyard repair or if you choose to work aboard a motor vessel as a deckhand, pilot, engineer, or cook your career will be an adventurous and memorable journey..

To prepare for or to even change direction of your career in the Inland Waterways Industry, you can take start the process right here at American Mariner. Simply take a few moments to register at the job board and you have taken the first step of the journey. After registration you can post a resume and/or video resume for hundreds of employers to see immediately.

In the meantime, research and investigate those positions you have an interest in or are qualified to do. Consult with peers and those in the industry to learn more about career opportunities. Utilize the forum to introduce yourself and to post questions you may have about the industry. Lastly, take the time to prepare your resume and obtain the necessary assistance and documentation to position yourself the best you can to score an interview and ultimately a career position in the Inland Waterways.

 

Inland Waterway Career Links:

U.S. Coast Guard – National Maritime Center – Licensing & Documentation
www.uscg.mil/nmc/

Transportation Worker Identification Credential
www.tsa.gov/twic

National Mariners Association
www.nationalmariners.org

The River School
www.riverschool.com

Inland Waterways Academy
www.marshall.edu/ctc/www/contact/inlandwaterwaysacademy.shtml

The Workboat Academy
www.workboatacademy.com

Seamens Church Institute
www.seamenschurch.org

U.S. Maritime Institute
www.usmaritimeinstitute.com/home.html

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
www.usmma.edu

U.S. Naval Academy
www.nadn.nav.mil

United States Coast Guard Academy
www.cga.edu