Barge Readiness Technician

CANAL BARGE COMPANY

JOB DESCRIPTION

BARGE READINESS TECHNICIAN
 

I. BASIC FUNCTION

The Barge Readiness Technician will be responsible for tank barge inspections prior to loading and unloading of products.  This position will also be responsible for barge inspections after a barge cleaning operation has occurred. Knowledge of tank barges is preferred but not required. This position’s responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

II. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct flawless inspections of tank barges, including but not limited to:

• Inspection of voids

• Reading and understanding barge documents

• Inspect all other working equipment on the barge

• Inspect and verify barge cleanliness prior to leaving the cleaning facility

• Starting of barge engine and inspection for defects  

• Experience locating hull damage, void tank inspections, and all fittings including winches.         

• Familiarity with barge equipment and ability to perform minor preventative and corrective maintenance on barge pumps, pump engines, boilers, and heaters;

• Mechanical skills to troubleshoot minor repair components on both Detroit Diesel and Cummins engines.

• Troubleshooting skills for; gear boxes, couplings, drive shafts, deep well pumps, positive displacement pumps, and centrifugal pumps.

• Understand the functions/operations of the high level alarms both mechanical and electrical.

• Knowledge of vapor recovery systems on tank barges, including all piping and pressure vacuum relief valve (PVRV).

• Knowledge of the functions/operations of the cargo tanks, cargo piping, cargo tank valves, pump cans, check valve, pressure relief on pumps and hot oil heaters.

• Maintain and ensure that decks are clear from spills (cargo or engine fluids). Assist as needed with barge operations. Extensive attention to detail required. Maintain a clean and safe working environment that complies with environmental guidelines and policies. Stay compliant with all regulatory bodies as it applies to the work that is being completed and with all safety rules and policies. Utilize proper PPE while performing work on barges. Perform other duties as required and directed by management. Carry out the Business Philosophy, Code of Conduct, and mission of Canal Barge Company, Inc. This position will involve daily travel to multiple locations. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.   

III. RELATIONSHIP

The Barge Readiness Technician will report to the Tankerman Service Group. They will also report to the Operations and Barge Maintenance Team located out of the Belle Chasse, LA office.

IV. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Knowledge of tank barges preferred but not required.

• Basic computer knowledge, Lotus Notes.

• High school education or equivalent required.

• Valid Driver’s License

• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card

• Reliable means of transportation required.

Canal Barge Company and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.