Welder/Mechanic 1

Overview

Welding, along with general maintenance and repair on boats and barges at shop facility as required.

Responsibilities

• Welding for general maintenance.
• Perform general maintenance and repairs.
• Assist in yard facility maintenance.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive communications.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Perform in the company Spill Management team as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use and knowledge of various welding practices
• Proficient in the use of MIG, TIG, Stick and Oxy/Act torch uses
• WABO or ABS certification a definite plus
• Able to read blueprints and to fit up and weld projects with little to no supervision
• Maintain the shop welding area clean and properly stocked with consumables
• Ability to work with others using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.
• Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions.
• Must be physically fit enough to board barges and tugs at sea and in port.
• Must be able to read, speak, write, type, and understand English in person and over the telephone.
• Ability to get along with office staff and vessel crewmembers.
• Valid Washington State drivers' license and the ability to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of hire.

Job Condition and Environment

• Required to work aboard boats and barges using pike poles, heavy lines, winches, mechanical tools for repairs.
• Capable of making decisions and giving directions to facilitate prompt service delivery.
• Frequently required to board tugs, barges, and ships, at dock or at anchor in all weather conditions and at all hours, and in remote locations.

Expected Hours of Work

• Normal office hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
• Takes communications 24 hours a day, including weekends, concerning vessel maintenance, repair, and operations.

Company Overview

Centerline Logistics is a leading provider of marine transportation services in the United States. Centerline Logistics operates on the United States West Coast (including Alaska and Hawaii), United States East Coast (including Puerto Rico), the United States Gulf Coast and the Mississippi River System. Services provided include the transportation and storage of petroleum products, tanker escort, ship assist, the transportation of general cargo and rescue towing. Centerline Logistics is the parent company of eight businesses specializing in marine services and a bulk liquids terminal business. Centerline Logistics provides accounting, administrative, human resources, safety and environmental services, and other support to the subsidiary companies.

The Company offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D options to our employees and their eligible dependents after meeting Company requirements. 401(k) options, Disability Insurance, sick pay, vacation pay, 10 paid holidays per calendar year (subject to work schedule) and Healthcare and/or Dependent Care FSAs are also available to our employees after meeting Company requirements. All benefits information may be subject to change based on any current or updated benefit plan year changes and/or Collective Bargaining Agreements.

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