Riverbank Professionals wasn’t created by some tech startup that Googled “maritime industry.” It was built by someone who’s worked out here on the inland waterways and seen the problems firsthand.
The Problem We Saw:
For years, maritime hiring process has been slow and outdated. When contracts come in, companies are left scramblin —waiting for applicants to come into the office, fill out paperwork, go through processing, background checks, drug screenings, and even check rides just to see if they can even run a boat investing time and money into one person, only to find out they still don’t have the crew member they need. The real problem isn’t just cost—it’s the lack of instant access to qualified, ready-to work mariners.
Meanwhile, experienced crew members struggle to find consistent work—not because they lack
skill, but because they don’t have awareness of all the companies hiring and freelancing. Most
mariners use one or two companies as freelancing opportunities, and when the work slows
down, they’re left without options—even though they have the experience and ability to step in
elsewhere. At the same time, companies are still spending hours trying to locate qualified crew
members ready to go to work.
Our Solution:
We built a platform that solves all of that. Riverbank Professionals verifies every crew member before they’re approved, runs background checks at no cost to the mariner, and gives companies instant access to Trip Captains, Tankermen, Deckhands, and Pilots who are cleared to work.
No recruiters taking a cut. No phone tag. No surprises when someone steps on the vessel. Just fast, verified hiring that respects both sides of the industry.
Why We’re Different:
Most platforms are built for either companies or crewmembers—not both. We serve everyone
because we understand that maritime hiring only works when both sides win. Crew members get access to opportunities without paying fees. They build professional profiles, earn star ratings, and negotiate their own rates. Companies get verified mariners who are ready to work, with all the documentation and background checks handled upfront.
Our Commitment:
We’re committed to making maritime hiring faster, informational, and more transparent. That
means no hidden fees, no taking money from crew members just to connect them with work,
and no half verified credentials that cause problems later.
We’re here for the long haul—just like the mariners who keep the U.S. waterways running.