JOSEPH L BAER
München,Deutschland
Summary
Retired from American Marine Industry with over 35 years of experience in piloting and managing vessels across diverse waterways. Proven track record in safety and operational excellence, contributing to impactful maritime initiatives. Extensive background in marine navigation and business, supported by relevant certifications. Prepared to tackle future challenges in the marine sector with a strong commitment to industry standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President, Owner/OPERATOR
Ohio River Company Transportation
03.2022 - 12.2025
- Owned and operate 2 river and inland towing vessels (1800 HP and 3000 HP)
- Our vessels operate on the Mississippi Rivers and Tributaries, Tenn-Tom Rivers and Intercostal Waterway
- Retired from Business at the end of 2025
Pilot and Captain
Inland Marine Services
01.2008 - 03.2022
- Pilot/Captain on Mississippi Rivers and Tributaries, Tenn-Tom Rivers and Intercoastal Waterway
President, Captain
B&C Marine
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Self-employed operating an excursion boat on Lake Pontchartrain and Mississippi River in the New Orleans area. Cease operations due to Hurricane Katrina.
Pilot
Canal Barge
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Pilot on Mississippi Rivers and Tributaries, Tenn-Tom Rivers and Intercoastal Waterway
- Left position due to being called to Temporary Active Duty by US Coast Guard In late December 2002
Pilot
Midland Enterprises
02.1998 - 01.2002
- Pilot on Mississippi Rivers and Tributaries, Tenn-Tom Rivers and Intercoastal Waterway
Education
Maritime Business/ Deck Major - undefined
Great Lakes Maritime Academy
Traverse City, Michigan, United States05.1995
Skills
- Operations oversight
- Team leadership
- Contract management
- Policy development
- Staff management
- Public speaking
- Staff training
- Route planning
- Ship security
- Ship compliance
- Vessel maintenance
- Ship navigation
- Crew management
- Safety procedures
- Emergency management
- Environmental compliance
- Cargo control
- Strategic leadership
- Operational planning
Certification
- US Merchant Marine, Merchant Mariner Credentials
- 1600 Gross Ton Master Inland, 2000 Gross Ton Mate, 200 Master Near Coastal, Master of Towing Vessel (unlimited) Upon Near Coastal, Inland Waters and Western Rivers, Tankerman PIC (Barge), Unlimited RADAR Observer, ARPA, GMDSS, Designated Examiner and STCW.
- Received 1st issue of license in June of 1996
LANGUAGES
English Native
German Intermediate
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
- United States Coast Guard Reserve
- 1999 - 2003 Former enlisted Petty Officer in US Coast Guard Reserve. Honorable Discharge
Timeline
President, Owner/OPERATOR
Ohio River Company Transportation
03.2022 - 12.2025
Pilot and Captain
Inland Marine Services
01.2008 - 03.2022
President, Captain
B&C Marine
01.2004 - 01.2007
Pilot
Canal Barge
01.2002 - 01.2003
Pilot
Midland Enterprises
02.1998 - 01.2002
Maritime Business/ Deck Major - undefined
Great Lakes Maritime Academy