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Joseph Hudgins

Kosciusko,MS

Summary

I have 21 years experience in the river industry, started in 2003 working as a deckhand. I worked my way up from deckhand to Pilot over the years since starting in 2003.

I have been running pilot since 2011, running 1550hp boats to 3000hp boats on multiply rivers over the years.

I hold a Masters Westerns Rivers License and Mate Pilot Inland and Great Lakes License with Inland Radar endorsement.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

River Pilot

Magnolia Marine Transport
Vicksburg , Mississippi
03.2020 - Current
  • To ensure the safe and efficient operation and performance of my crew, vessel and tow in a manner that complies with company policy. Coast Guard rules and regulations and federal, state and local laws.
  • Easy going but maintain a profession attitude while always keep safety of other in mind.
  • Safely navigate boat and barges up and down the river and through lock chambers.

River Pilot

American Commerical Barge Line
Paducach , KY
05.2011 - 11.2017
  • To ensure the safe and efficient operation and performance of my crew, vessel and tow in a manner that complies with company policy. Coast Guard rules and regulations and federal, state and local laws.
  • Easy going but maintain a profession attitude while always keep safety of other in mind.
  • Safely navigate boat and barges up and down the river and through lock chambers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Construction Engineering

Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS
05-2001

High School Diploma -

Ethel High School
Ethel, MS
05-2000

Skills

  • I have experience on the Upper and Lower MS from St Paul MNto New Orleans LA with a three barges uni-tow with Magnolia Marine
  • I have experience on the Tennessee and Cumberland River to Nashville Tn
  • I have run the Ohio River and Illinois River
  • I have experience on the ICW from Houston TX to Mobile AL and the Tenn-Tom

Affiliations

  • Attended the Seamen's Church several times over the years.
  • Attended the Rose Point class in Paducah, KY
  • Participated in the growth and leadership classes provided by AEP River Operations.
  • Attended diversity classes and safety management

Timeline

River Pilot

Magnolia Marine Transport
03.2020 - Current

River Pilot

American Commerical Barge Line
05.2011 - 11.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Construction Engineering

Holmes Community College

High School Diploma -

Ethel High School
Joseph Hudgins