Field Marine Tankerman — Barge Transfer Expert

Marathon Petroleum; Catlettsburg (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision & dental insurance

401k matching

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum seeks a shore-based Marine Tankerman for the Catlettsburg, KY area. You will transfer barges safely, troubleshoot equipment, and perform minor barge maintenance while adhering to MPC and USCG procedures. The role requires field work with on-call shifts and travel up to 200 miles.

Qualified candidates hold a USCG MMC with Tankerman-PIC (Barge), TWIC, and a valid driver’s license, plus the ability to pass drug tests and background checks. Competitive total rewards apply.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with Tankerman-PIC (Barge) endorsement.
• TWIC card required; USCG medical certificate required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel 200-mile radius.
• Pre-employment drug test and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct barge transfers per MPC procedures and USCG regulations.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance on barges.
• Operate heaters on hot oil barges and document transfer times.
• Train new Tankerman and conduct transfer audits as needed.
• Interface with customers and participate in safety/training activities.

Skills

MMC Tankerman-PIC

TWIC

USCG Credential

Driver's license

Mariner safety

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Marathon Petroleum seeks a shore-based Marine Tankerman for the Catlettsburg, KY area. You will transfer barges safely, troubleshoot equipment, and perform minor barge maintenance while adhering to MPC and USCG procedures. The role requires field work with on-call shifts and travel up to 200 miles.

Qualified candidates hold a USCG MMC with Tankerman-PIC (Barge), TWIC, and a valid driver’s license, plus the ability to pass drug tests and background checks. Competitive total rewards apply.