Fleet & Grounds Maintenance Specialist

Kirby Corporation; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Corporation in Channelview, TX is seeking a shoreside maintenance worker to perform facility and fleet upkeep. The role does not involve crew duties on vessels.

Responsibilities include line handling, coordinating fleet and facility services, general upkeep of grounds, purchasing supplies, and maintaining emergency and hurricane readiness inventories. This role requires lifting and outdoor work with rotating, long shifts.

Qualifications

• Safe operation and adherence to safety protocols including PPE and emergency procedures.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues related to barge safety, equipment, and cargo operations.
• Adaptability to diverse environments and changing priorities.
• Ability to collaborate with inspectors, vessel personnel, and stakeholders for safe operations.

Responsibilities

• Line handling and coordinating fleet services.
• Coordinate facility services and general upkeep of fleet and facility grounds.
• Purchase supplies for day-to-day operations and maintain logs.
• Complete projects assigned by fleet maintenance coordinator and maintain inventory of emergency supplies and hurricane readiness gear.
• Coordinate daily management of waste facilities and perform carpentry work.
• Operate small equipment (lawn equipment, tractors, ATVs) and work rotating shifts.

Skills

Safety procedures

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Kirby Corporation in Channelview, TX is seeking a shoreside maintenance worker to perform facility and fleet upkeep. The role does not involve crew duties on vessels.

Responsibilities include line handling, coordinating fleet and facility services, general upkeep of grounds, purchasing supplies, and maintaining emergency and hurricane readiness inventories. This role requires lifting and outdoor work with rotating, long shifts.