Does Grand River Navigation pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Grand River Navigation employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Grand River Navigation. This rating has improved by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Grand River Navigation?

48% of Grand River Navigation employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Grand River Navigation 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the cons of working at Grand River Navigation according to real employee reviews?

"Pay is low for the work you’re doing and the boats are extremely run down." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Grand River Navigation locations?

Traverse City , Detroit , Grand Rapids

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5.0

Mar 9, 2022

Deckhand

Recommend

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Pros

Good benefits rotations are good

Cons

You are always working with new people so patience is a must

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5.0

Aug 16, 2023

3rd assistant engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great starting point for sure

Cons

There are few cons besides some miscommunication errors.

2.0

Dec 26, 2025

Able bodied seaman

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Crew change happens frequently and usually on time. You'll get your day rate and that's it. ABs this season make 347 per day

Cons

Pay structure feels shifty at best, old boats too

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