Barge & Vessel Maintenance Lead

Kirby; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby is seeking a dependable vessel maintenance technician in Baton Rouge to oversee dockside repairs and major shipyard work. You will coordinate shipyard efforts, supervise inspections, and ensure certifications are up to date.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, adherence to safety standards, and coordination with vendors and management. Some travel and on-call duties are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years related experience in the barge and tankering industry.
• Experience with USCG/ABS inspections is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and coordinate shipyard repairs.
• Oversee USCG/ABS inspection evaluations for re-certification of equipment.
• Conduct USCG SIP Program inspections.
• Resolve problems with barge equipment.
• Survey and oversee majors planned and unplanned as assigned.
• Prepare data sheets, SIP papers and work orders.
• Work closely with vendors, management and customers daily.
• Handle special duty assignments as requested by department management.
• Day-to-day maintenance of barges as assigned.
• Monitor and verify work done by contractors.

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Decision making

Interpersonal communication

Customer relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Field truck

Field tools

SCBA

Ultrasonic tester

10-key

Safety equipment

Job description

Kirby is seeking a dependable vessel maintenance technician in Baton Rouge to oversee dockside repairs and major shipyard work. You will coordinate shipyard efforts, supervise inspections, and ensure certifications are up to date.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, adherence to safety standards, and coordination with vendors and management. Some travel and on-call duties are expected.