Tankerman Vitus Marine

The Tankerman’s primary function is the safe, efficient storage and transfer of fuel in accordance with regulations and Vitus policy. Tankerman must properly, and in a timely manner, prepare organized documentation for the sale, delivery, and quality of barge cargo, while ensuring barge safety and proper sea keeping. Tankerman must adhere to Vitus’ Quality Control policies as well as Vitus’ Cargo Management policies.

The Tankerman is responsible for the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant operation of their fuel barge during loading, discharging, and in all other conditions. Tankerman duties include barge oversight, and supervision of on-loading, offloading, and storage of liquid cargos, as well as on-loading / offloading of deck freight cargos, communicating with the main office, and working under the direction of the Captain.

Tankerman will keep up required maintenance of barge cargo systems including but not limited to industrial engines, pumps, piping, tanks, and meters. Tankerman may be assigned a watch and/or other such activities required or other vessel operations as implemented by the Master. Tankerman will provide safety leadership as well as encourage vessel and crew compliance with company policy and procedures.

Tankerman is responsible for maintaining records of cargos, stores, and equipment on the barge. Tankerman will execute Deckhand duties while underway / or during non-fueling operations, to include handling lines and rigging during docking activities, standing anchor watch, assisting in radio relay of messages, performing tasks necessary to keep the vessel clean, safe, and in good order. Perform vessel maintenance, assisting the tug Engineer with maintenance and repair duties throughout the engine department of the vessel, recording engine hours, quantity of fuel consumed, fluid levels, pressure, and temperature indicators as assigned.

The standard work schedule is continuous from April through October for seasonal Alaska operations; however, this work schedule may vary. The seven days per week daily work schedule is usually divided into two six-hour watches, for a total of a 12-hour work day. The forward watch is from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m., and 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. The after watch runs from 12 noon to 6 p.m. and 12 a.m. to 6 a.m. Hours for the call watch may vary according to the operational demands of the vessel.

Essential Job Functions:

Complete Trip Reconciliation forms in a timely manner and relay to the office
Cargo planning in accordance with Vitus Quality Control policies
Cargo transferring in accordance with Vitus Cargo Management policies
Create, maintain, and organize documentation on cargo and equipment
Maintain regular communication with the tug Captain, Assistant Tankerman, and Vitus Office
Communicate with onshore personnel, and ensure that each person participating in the transfer of the product, understands what the product is and how it should be treated and transferred
Maintenance planning and execution as well as supervising contractors
Represent company to regulatory agencies and personnel
Facilitate shore side response to vessel needs for repairs, parts, and supplies
Handle lines and rigging during general operations, making up and breaking tow, as well as docking and undocking activities
Participate in the maintenance of the tug and barges, and help with training of newly hired employees aspiring to become Tankerman
Work a rotating six hours on and six hours off watch schedule, and occasionally work different hours when necessary
Perform any other duties as required by the tug Captain or management to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations
It is the responsibility of the crew to:
Adhere to the provisions of the COI;
Adhere to ABS Load Line requirements
Comply with the applicable provisions of USCG Subchapter M;
Comply with the TSMS, if one is applicable to the vessel;
Ensure that the master or officer in charge of a navigational watch is made aware of all known aspects of the condition of the vessels, including;
Those vessels being pushed, pulled, or hauled alongside; and
Equipment and other accessories used for pushing, pulling, or hauling…