Pilot Apprentice - Ottawa, IL

Job Description ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. This is a full-time, non-exempt level position. Position Summary: The ARTCO Pilot Apprentice Program is designed to develop our most qualified internal candidates into industry leading Captains. ARTCO is confident that graduated Pilot Apprentice will be sufficiently trained to safely and efficiently operate towing vessels on the Inland Waterways. Pay- $340-$360 Range/Daily Rate Job Responsibilities: Complete the core components of the Pilot Apprentice program, including, but not limited to, Vessel Familiarization and Operations; Watch Standing; Environmental Protection; Safety and Emergency Response; Rules of the Road; Maneuvering; and Leadership Additional duties and responsibilities as required or requested Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Job Requirements: Current, or ability to obtain, Apprentice Mate (Steersman) license Successful completion and favorable evaluation of the Pilot Apprentice Program Tiers 1 through 3 as specified in the Pilot Apprentice Program guidelines Promote the ADM Way and core Values Ability to manage a diverse team Able to communicate with all levels of the organization Must have a demonstrated history of safe work behavior and a sincere desire to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Outlook, and Word Problem solving and conflict resolution Critical and creative thinking Demonstrate time management and organization skills Ability to coach, mentor, engage and develop workforce Participate and lead strategic discussions and decisions Complete trainings and attend meetings as required Ability to work extended hours, evenings, weekends and Holidays Reliable transportation to and from work Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card required. If you do not have a TWIC card upon hire, you must apply for one within 5 days. Physical Requirements: Ability to safely steer a vessel Ability to work indoors and outdoors and in varying conditions such as hot, cold, dusty, etc. Standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time Operating a keyboard Kneeling and climbing stairs/ladders Ability to work near or on large bodies of water, at various heights and in confined spaces ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. The pay range for this position is expected to be between: $340-$360/DAY

Created: 2026-03-04