Fleet Reliability Leader - Marine Engineering & Maintenance

American-Commercial-Barge-Line; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Career growth opportunities

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive compensation

Job summary

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) in Paducah, KY seeks a Northern Reliability Leader to shape maintenance and reliability strategies for the fleet. You will mentor engineers, drive improvements, and lead vessel engineering and maintenance operations with a focus on availability and performance.

This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on problem solving, requiring extensive maritime maintenance expertise and the ability to collaborate across Operations and Logistics to reduce

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in vessel maintenance, marine engineering, fleet maintenance, reliability engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with increasing levels of responsibility in maintenance, engineering, reliability, or operations.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Coast Guard regulations, Subchapter M requirements, OPA 90, and safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Extensive knowledge of vessel propulsion systems, engines, mechanical equipment, and repair practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance-related systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day activities, technical oversight, and reliability strategy for vessel engineering and maintenance operations.
• Develop and execute reliability, maintenance, and asset management initiatives that improve equipment availability and fleet performance.
• Manage, coach, and develop vessel engineers and technical personnel, including work assignments, troubleshooting support, professional development, and succession planning.
• Establish and maintain maintenance standards, preventive maintenance programs, inspection processes, and testing procedures to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Partner with Operations, Logistics, and other stakeholders to optimize repair schedules and minimize operational disruptions.
• Oversee vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure quality repairs, overhauls, and project execution.
• Monitor fleet performance metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement, cost reduction, and operational efficiency.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and performance reports while managing maintenance expenditures responsibly.
• Research, investigate, and implement solutions to recurring mechanical and operational challenges.
• Ensure vessels meet or exceed all applicable regulatory requirements, including U.S. Coast Guard, Subchapter M, environmental, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) in Paducah, KY seeks a Northern Reliability Leader to shape maintenance and reliability strategies for the fleet. You will mentor engineers, drive improvements, and lead vessel engineering and maintenance operations with a focus on availability and performance.

This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on problem solving, requiring extensive maritime maintenance expertise and the ability to collaborate across Operations and Logistics to reduce