Pilot Mate

Join Our Crew and Navigate the Great Lakes!

If you are passionate about working on the water and want to be part of a collaborative, safe, and enjoyable work environment, we invite you to apply for a position on our Deck or Engine teams. Enjoy one of the best leave and rotation systems in the industry, work alongside talented colleagues, and be part of a family-oriented culture!

Whether you are based in the U.S. or Canada, our total rewards package includes competitive wages, paid travel to and from the vessel, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and retirement savings plans. Experience work/life balance with a best-in-class rotation of 4 weeks on and 4 weeks off from March through January. We also offer educational opportunities and upgrade bonuses tailored to support your individual career growth.

“We can go where the big ships go and also where they can't!”

Grand River Navigation Company, part of Rand Logistics Corporation, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Mate / First Class Pilot aboard our U.S. flagged self-unloading vessels.

Key Responsibilities:

Safely manage a Navigation Watch.

Supervise the maintenance and upkeep of the vessel's hull, decks, and superstructure.

Ensure safe loading and unloading of cargo.

Maintain lifesaving and firefighting equipment on board.

Oversee the Deck Department and coordinate the ordering of supplies.

Assist with other duties as assigned by the Vessel Master.

What We Offer:

A supportive company culture where teamwork and safety are core values.

Highly competitive wages and benefits.

Outstanding leave system in the industry.

Travel expenses covered for journeys to and from the vessel.

Excellent health and retirement benefits.

Safety-focused work environment with a stellar safety record.

Full comprehensive benefits package.

Incentives for professional development through upgrade bonuses and paid training opportunities with MITAGS.

Requirements:

TWIC Card - Transportation Worker Identification Credential.

United States Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC) issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG).

Endorsement as Mate of Unlimited Tonnage upon the Great Lakes and Inland Waters.

First Class Pilot of Vessels of Unlimited Tonnage upon the Great Lakes.

Unexpired U.S. Passport or Enhanced Driver's License for entry into Canada.

Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Excellent communication skills and ability to multitask.

Experience in team environments with a strong desire to collaborate.

Alignment with our core values: Positive Customer Experience, Health/Safety/Environment focus, High Integrity, and Teamwork.

Grand River Navigation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.