Tankerman, LMS-SF

Overview

Responsible for the safe and efficient transfer of petroleum products between barges, ships, and facilities including completion of bills of lading and gauge reports.

• Monitor product level in tanks, operate diesel engines, operate cargo pumps, operate tank/pipeline valves and operate manual and hydraulic booms.
• Load 55 gallon drums.
• Adjust and secure barge lines.
• Communicate with foreign crews and oil facility personnel.
• Complete loading and discharge gauge reports.
• Inspect vessel for Coast Guard and state regulatory compliance.
• Use of Air purifying respirator, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), air monitoring equipment, hearing protection, VHF radio, hand tools, tow lines, high level alarms and thermometer.
• Operate diesel engines, cargo pumps, hydraulic booms, cargo gear, gate valves, and butterfly valves.
• Check oil and water in any equipment on board before putting in use.
• General barge maintenance and cleanliness.
• Hydrostatic testing of cargo hoses and piping.
• Change engine oil and filters.
• Splice barge lines and boom running gear.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Previous experience as a tank barge PIC on oil barges required. Must have a valid PIC Endorsement and USCG MMC and at least 5 years of tanking experience.
• Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential with Tankerman PIC endorsement.
• Valid CPR/First Aid/AED training and certificate.
• Valid HAZWOPER 24 Hour training and current certificate.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Knowledge of Coast Guard and state requirements for transfer operations.
• Ability to think and respond quickly to emergency situations (oil spills, mechanical failures, etc.).
• Possess good communication skills by voice and/or visual hand signals.
• Ability to be self-motivated, work independently and without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of company safety practices.
• Ability to maintain professional relations with customers.
• Knowledge of basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).
• Ability to complete accurate paperwork.
• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English over telephone and/or radio.

• Must be able to perform the functions set forth in the attached job analysis and possess the stamina to work long hours.
• Must have physical ability to maneuver cargo hoses, handle barge lines and board vessels by use of an Accommodation ladder, Jacob’s ladder or tugboat.
• Exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, heavy seas, etc.)
• Must not be afraid of heights.

• Ability to adapt to a variety of schedules and hours.
• Able to work weekends, holidays, and ling to take call outs.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.