Fleet Utility Worker

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

Overview

This shoreside position involves various facility and fleet maintenance and upkeep duties. The job does not require service as a crew member for the operation of any specific vessel.

Responsibilities

• Line handling.

• Coordinate fleet services.

• Coordinate facility services.

• General upkeep of fleet grounds.

• General upkeep of facility grounds.

• Purchase supplies for day-to-day operations.

• Complete projects assigned by fleet maintenance coordinator.

• Maintain inventory of emergency supplies.

• Maintain inventory/readiness of hurricane response equipment.

• Coordinate daily management of waste facilities, including trash and oil.

• Perform carpentry work.

• Operate small equipment including lawn equipment, tractors, ATVs.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain CDL if necessary.

• Ability to work weekends if needed.

• Light carpentry skills.

• General construction and repair knowledge.

• Basic computer skills.

Competencies:

• Safety Procedures and Practices: Understanding and implementing safety protocols, including emergency procedures, hazardous material handling, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Identifying and resolving issues related to barge safety, equipment, and cargo operations, requiring critical thinking and analytical abilities.

• Adaptability and Flexibility: The ability to work in diverse environments, handle unexpected situations, and adapt to changing priorities.

• Teamwork and Collaboration: Working effectively with other inspectors, vessel personnel, and stakeholders to ensure smooth and safe operations.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED.

Experience:

• Deckhand experience preferred.

• Mechanical and construction experience preferred.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to adapt to changing weather conditions.

• Ability to work around water.

Physical Activities & Requirements:

• Work Classification: Medium work—lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Pushing/Pulling: Requires occasional pushing/pulling of equipment or tools (e.g., moving hoses, adjusting fittings) up to 50 pounds, typically 1-2 hours per shift.

• Standing: 6-8 hours per day during inspections and repairs on barges.

• Walking: 2-3 hours per day, navigating barge decks and dock areas.

• Sitting: 1-2 hours per day, primarily during documentation or breaks.

• Frequent climbing of ladders or stairs to access barge decks (up to 10 times per shift).

• Occasional crawling or movement through enclosed spaces (e.g., void tanks, cargo compartments) during internal inspections, typically 1-2 hours per shift.

• Other Physical Demands: Must be capable of occasional heavy lifting or carrying of 50 pounds (e.g., tools, equipment).

Working Conditions:

• Office Environment: Minimal office work; primarily uses a shared office space at the Channelview facility for documentation (e.g., barge inspection forms, stripping logs), equipped with standard office equipment (computer, printer).

Physical Environment:

• Primarily outdoors on barges and docks, exposed to weather conditions including temperature extremes (e.g., summer heat up to 100°F, winter lows around 30°F in Channelview).

• Works 10 to 12-hour rotating shifts with occasional weekend and on-call responsibilities.

• Exposure to marine environments, including potential for wet/slippery surfaces, noise from barge operations, and occasional chemical exposure (mitigated by PPE).