Barge Maintenance Assistant

magnoliamarine; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health

Life

Dental

Holidays

Vacation

Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Magnolia Marine Transport Co. in Vicksburg, MS is seeking a Barge Maintenance Assistant to manage maintenance and inspections on MMT barges, ensuring compliance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations and company safety standards.

The role supports safe and efficient marine operations through maintenance coordination, inspections, repairs, and regulatory compliance. Requires Coast Guard credentials, strong safety focus, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Coast Guard Tankerman Certificate with at least two years of experience is required.
• Valid driver’s license and TWIC card are required.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. Coast Guard regulations for bulk oil shipments on inland waters.

Responsibilities

• Perform U.S. Coast Guard inspections of MMT barges.
• Serve as backup Vetting Coordinator for customer inspections of MMT barges.
• Maintain proper documentation aboard all MMT barges.
• Review hull inspection reports from vessel personnel.
• Coordinate dry docking and internal U.S. Coast Guard inspections.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs for MMT barges.
• Report unsafe conditions and nonconformities to supervisor.
• Teach barge maintenance duties to boat crews through training courses.

Skills

Communication skills

Project planning

Organizational skills

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Coast Guard Tankerman Certificate

Shipyard Competent Person Certificate

Job description

Magnolia Marine Transport Co. in Vicksburg currently has an opening for a Barge Maintenance Assistant. The position is responsible for initiating and maintaining all aspects of barge maintenance and inspections on MMT barges while ensuring compliance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations and company safety standards. The individual plays a key role in supporting safe and efficient marine operations through maintenance coordination, inspections, repairs, and regulatory compliance.

We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Magnolia Marine Transport Co. is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We pride ourselves on maintaining a strong team environment with a commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence.

Barge Maintenance Assistant Responsibilities

• Responsible for U.S. Coast Guard inspections of MMT barges
• Serve as backup Vetting Coordinator for customer inspections of MMT barges
• Maintain proper documentation aboard all MMT barges
• Review and maintain current hull inspection reports from vessel personnel
• Perform light maintenance and repairs to MMT barges
• Maintain current hose and pipeline test records
• Coordinate all dry docking and structural internal U.S. Coast Guard inspections
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs for MMT barges
• Responsible for purchasing barge equipment through the MMT purchasing department
• Remain current on U.S. Coast Guard regulations for tank barges
• Teach barge maintenance duties to boat crews through MMT training courses
• Assist in shop maintenance and cleanup
• Backup Marine Boilerman and assume those responsibilities when needed
• Ensure a safe and efficient work environment through periodic job inspections and enforcement of safety requirements
• Report unsafe or hazardous conditions and nonconformities to supervisor

Barge Maintenance Assistant Skills/Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tank barge transportation
• Must possess a U.S. Coast Guard Tankerman Document with at least two years of experience
• Valid driver's license required
• Valid TWIC card required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate projects
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. Coast Guard regulations pertaining to bulk oil shipment on inland waters
• Extensive knowledge of tank barge design and equipment
• Basic mechanical skills required
• Must possess a Certificate of Completion for a Shipyard Competent Person
• Extensive travel and overnight stays required
• Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence

The person selected must be self-motivated with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills and successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings and evaluations.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. A clean MVR is required.

Magnolia Marine Transport Co. offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k) matching, Health, Life, Dental, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance and Profit Sharing.

• 401(k) matching
• Health
• Life
• Dental
• Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Profit Sharing

We are an EEO/AAP employer.

Job Role: Barge Maintenance Assistant
Location: Vicksburg, MS