Barge Maintenance Administrative Specialist

BLESSEY MARINE; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Blessey Marine is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Liberty, TX to support the Barge Maintenance Department and Director/Office Manager. The role focuses on clerical tasks, PO processing, and data entry using Word, Excel, SAP, and TowWorks.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of clerical experience, strong English communication, and a high level of accuracy, with the ability to manage deadlines and confidentiality in a fast-paced maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high level of accuracy in all documentation.
• Detail-oriented in composing and proofreading materials.
• Must read, write, and speak English clearly.
• High School diploma or GED required; college preferred.
• 1–2 years of clerical experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle confidential information.
• Knowledge of office procedures and ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Excellent telephone and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a contact for vessel crew questions regarding barge maintenance issues.
• Assist Office Manager to ensure purchase orders are provided and coded to work orders; research PO's, invoices, and work orders.
• Utilize software: SAP, TowWorks, Microsoft Word, Excel, and future databases.
• Maintain the Barge Maintenance Department on-call schedule.
• Review work orders daily and help prioritize and assign port engineers.
• Ensure completeness of work orders in the database, including notes on required repairs.
• Prepare and submit the Daily Hand Off Report.
• Assist in vetting responses for the Compliance Department.
• Attend morning status meetings and provide input and follow-up.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Word

SAP

TowWorks

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

TowWorks

Job description

Blessey Marine is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Liberty, TX to support the Barge Maintenance Department and Director/Office Manager. The role focuses on clerical tasks, PO processing, and data entry using Word, Excel, SAP, and TowWorks.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of clerical experience, strong English communication, and a high level of accuracy, with the ability to manage deadlines and confidentiality in a fast-paced maritime environment.