Harbor Operations Director - Tankering & Vessel Services

American Commercial Barge Line LLC; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, vision, dental benefits

401(k) with employer match

Professional development

Wellness programs

Supportive, innovative team

Job summary

American Commercial Barge Line LLC (ACBL) is seeking a Senior Operations Manager/Director, Harbor Services to lead tank barge operations and tankerman teams across our network from Channelview, TX, to Louisiana facilities. The role focuses on safety, regulatory compliance, training, and fleet utilization.

You will drive continuous improvement, coordinate with Port Captains, and manage budgets and performance metrics while ensuring 24/7 readiness and strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive inland marine operations experience.
• Experience with liquid cargo transfers and harbor operations.
• Experience leading marine operations teams.
• Must hold a Master of Tow Vessels license.
• Must hold Tankerman-PIC endorsement for DL cargoes.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and TWIC.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day performance, training, and development of Tankermen.
• Develop and maintain barge transfer procedures consistent with operating standards and regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for hiring, onboarding, development, performance management, and disciplinary actions for Tankermen and Harbor Services Team Members.
• Work closely with Port Captains to ensure safe and efficient tank barge operations throughout the network.
• Oversee Houston Harbor Services, including fleet boats supporting barge shifting and fleet operations.
• Ensure Harbor Services vessels are properly staffed, maintained, and utilized to support safe operations.
• Work with Logistics, Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Commercial, and other stakeholders to support Tankering and Harbor Services operations.
• Build and maintain customer and vendor relationships related to liquid cargo operations and Harbor Services.
• Monitor and report KPIs for Tankering and Harbor Services, including safety, service, cost, utilization, and operating performance.
• Provide financial stewardship through operating plan development, budgeting, cost management, and forecasting for Tankering and Harbor Services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inland marine ops

Tankerman-PIC licensed

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Safety mindset

Scheduling & budgeting

24/7 availability

TWIC card

Tools

TWIC card

Master Tow Vessel license

Job description

American Commercial Barge Line LLC (ACBL) is seeking a Senior Operations Manager/Director, Harbor Services to lead tank barge operations and tankerman teams across our network from Channelview, TX, to Louisiana facilities. The role focuses on safety, regulatory compliance, training, and fleet utilization.

You will drive continuous improvement, coordinate with Port Captains, and manage budgets and performance metrics while ensuring 24/7 readiness and strong stakeholder relationships.