Marquette Transportation Company Jobs Hiring Now
Marquette Transportation Company is hiring for 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in maintenance & repair and construction management. Migrate Mate updates Marquette Transportation Company's live openings daily. Marquette Transportation Company is an inland marine company operating towboats, barges, and related vessels across U.S. waterways.
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Marquette Transportation Company hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 6
- Top team
- Maintenance & Repair
- Seniority
- Manager level or above
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Paducah
Open Roles at Marquette Transportation Company
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- Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of all mechanical equipment aboard the vessel and its tow.
- Oversee and maintain all engine room tools and equipment.
- Keep detailed logs of engine hours, fuel transfers, and maintenance activities.
- Monitor engine room performance, including EMD, Caterpillar, and/or Cummins engines.
- Participate in dry-dockings, major repairs, and overhauls.
- Supervise the transfer of fuels, lubricants, and bilge from fuel flats in compliance with company procedures.
- Perform repairs on vessel engines, generators, and other critical systems as needed.
- Maintain engine room cleanliness through regular cleaning, painting, and upkeep.
- Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Follow vessel transfer procedures and comply with all U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
- Ensure safe vessel operations by monitoring and servicing key systems, including engines, steering, electrical, plumbing, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Inspect and maintain all fire suppression systems.
- Train crew members in the proper use of onboard firefighting equipment.
- Assist the captain in executing fire emergency procedures and conducting fire drills.
- Knowledge of EMD 645, EMD 710, or Caterpillar 3600 series main engines is preferred.
- Experience working on river towboats with horsepower ranging from 4500 to 10,000 is preferred.
- At least 5 years of engine room experience is preferred.
- Available to work 28/14 or 28/28 schedule.
- Proficient in marine mechanical systems such as electrical, pneumatics, plumbing, diesel, hydraulics, etc.
- Experience with John Deere 6081/6090, CAT 3306, or Cummins generators is preferred.
- Ability to replace power packs on EMD engines preferred.
- Experience with ZF Marine Z Drive units and Cummins QSK60 main engines is a plus.
- A valid driver's license is required for rental car use during engineer crew changes.
Marquette is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. By clicking the link below, you authorize Marquette Transportation Company, LLC to contact you by any method at the number provided.
- Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of all mechanical equipment aboard the vessel and its tow.
- Oversee and maintain all engine room tools and equipment.
- Keep detailed logs of engine hours, fuel transfers, and maintenance activities.
- Monitor engine room performance, including EMD, Caterpillar, and/or Cummins engines.
- Participate in dry-dockings, major repairs, and overhauls.
- Supervise the transfer of fuels, lubricants, and bilge from fuel flats in compliance with company procedures.
- Perform repairs on vessel engines, generators, and other critical systems as needed.
- Maintain engine room cleanliness through regular cleaning, painting, and upkeep.
- Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Follow vessel transfer procedures and comply with all U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
- Ensure safe vessel operations by monitoring and servicing key systems, including engines, steering, electrical, plumbing, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Inspect and maintain all fire suppression systems.
- Train crew members in the proper use of onboard firefighting equipment.
- Assist the captain in executing fire emergency procedures and conducting fire drills.
- Knowledge of EMD 645, EMD 710, or Caterpillar 3600 series main engines is preferred.
- Experience working on river towboats with horsepower ranging from 4500 to 10,000 is preferred.
- At least 5 years of engine room experience is preferred.
- Available to work 28/14 or 28/28 schedule.
- Proficient in marine mechanical systems such as electrical, pneumatics, plumbing, diesel, hydraulics, etc.
- Experience with John Deere 6081/6090, CAT 3306, or Cummins generators is preferred.
- Ability to replace power packs on EMD engines preferred.
- Experience with ZF Marine Z Drive units and Cummins QSK60 main engines is a plus.
- A valid driver's license is required for rental car use during engineer crew changes.
Marquette is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. By clicking the link below, you authorize Marquette Transportation Company, LLC to contact you by any method at the number provided.
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Working at Marquette Transportation Company
Marquette Transportation Company's 6 open roles are manager level or above, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are maintenance & repair, construction management, and logistics & fleet management. Marquette Transportation Company operates towboats and barge fleets on inland U.S. waterways, with roles spanning vessel operations, marine engineering, logistics coordination, safety and environmental compliance, and shoreside management. Crew, engineering, and operational positions form the bulk of hiring, reflecting the hands-on nature of commercial river transport. Most Marquette Transportation Company roles are based in Paducah, with some in Kentucky and La Porte.
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How many jobs is Marquette Transportation Company hiring for right now?
Marquette Transportation Company is hiring for 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in maintenance & repair and construction management. Positions range from vessel crew and marine engineering to logistics coordination, compliance, and safety management, reflecting the full scope of an inland marine operation.
What kinds of roles does Marquette Transportation Company hire for?
The most active teams are maintenance & repair, construction management, and logistics & fleet management. Marquette Transportation Company hires across vessel operations, marine engineering, barge logistics, safety and environmental management, and regulatory compliance. Roles include both hands-on maritime positions such as deckhands and engineers and shoreside roles in logistics coordination and compliance leadership. Most postings are manager level or above.
Are Marquette Transportation Company jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of Marquette Transportation Company's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Paducah. Each Marquette Transportation Company listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Marquette Transportation Company?
Find a role that fits your background in Marquette Transportation Company's listings on Migrate Mate, then follow the link through to Marquette Transportation Company's own application process. Marquette Transportation Company manages its own hiring, so applications are submitted and reviewed directly through the company. Migrate Mate keeps listings current so you can track new openings as they post.
Does Marquette Transportation Company hire entry-level?
Most of Marquette Transportation Company's open roles on Migrate Mate are manager level or above as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual Marquette Transportation Company listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Marquette Transportation Company hiring?
Most Marquette Transportation Company roles are based in Paducah, with some in Kentucky and La Porte, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.