Inland Deckhand / Tankerman

Centerline Logistics Corporation; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerline Logistics Corporation is seeking a Tank Barge Operator to safely transfer petroleum products between barges, ships, and facilities. Responsibilities include operating pumps, gauges, and valves; communicating with foreign crews; and completing regulatory reports.

The role requires Coast Guard credentials, physical capability for line handling, strong math and paperwork skills, and the ability to respond quickly to emergencies. Equal opportunity employer with robust safety practices.

Qualifications

• Experience as a tank barge operator on oil barges.
• Must hold a valid Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document with PIC endorsement.
• Ability to perform accurate paperwork and basic math.
• Strong communication using voice and/or signals; able to work with crews and facility personnel.
• Knowledge of Coast Guard/state transfer operations requirements.
• Ability to think and respond quickly to emergencies (oil spills, failures).

Responsibilities

• Monitor tank levels and operate diesel engines, pumps, valves.
• Complete loading/discharge gauge reports and load drums.
• Inspect vessel for regulatory compliance and safe operation.
• Perform routine maintenance and system checks; ensure safety equipment readiness.
• Maintain professional relations with customers and support on-site operations.

Skills

Tank barge operation

Crew liaison

Emergency response

Water/sea navigation

Education

Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document with PIC endorsement

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

VHF radio

Job description

Overview

Responsible for the safe and e f f icient transfer of petroleum products between barges, ships, and facilities including comple t i on of bills of lading and gauge reports.

Overview

Responsible for the safe and e f f icient transfer of petroleum products between barges, ships, and facilities including comple t i on of bills of lading and gauge reports.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product level in tanks, operate diesel engines, operate cargo pumps and operate tank/pipeline valves.
• Communicate with foreign crews and oil facility personnel.
• Adjust and secure barge lines.
• Complete loading and discharge gauge reports. Load 55 gallon drums.
• Inspect vessel for Coast Guard and state regulatory compliance.
• Check oil and water in any equipment onboard before putting in use.
• Change engine oil and filters.
• General boat and barge maintenance and cleanliness.
• Hydrostatic testing of cargo hoses and piping.
• Splice barge lines and boom running gear.
• Operate diesel engin e s, cargo pumps, hydraulic booms, cargo gear, gate valves, and bu tt erfly valves.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a tank barge operator on oil barges required.
• Must have a valid Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document with PIC endorsement.
• Must have physical ability to maneuver cargo hoses, handle barge lines and board vessels by use of an accommodation ladder, Jacob’s ladder or tugboat.
• Must possess good communica t i on skills by voice and/or visual hand signals.
• Ability to do accurate paperwork.
• Knowledge of basic math skills ( add, subtract, mu l t i ply, and divide).
• General computer skills- Outlook, Excel, Word.
• Knowledge of Coast Guard and state requirements for transfer op e ra tons.
• Must have experience in multiple load calculations.
• Knowledge of company safety prac tices.
• Ability to think and respond quickly to emergency situa t i ons (oil spills, mechanical failures, etc.).
• Must be able to work independently and without direct supervison.
• Ability to be self-m o tvated.
• Ability to maintain professional rela t i ons with customers.
• Valid state Drive r ’s license.
• Valid TWIC.

Job Condition and Environment

• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Use of air purifying respirator, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), air monitoring equipment, hearing protec t i on, VHF radio, hand tools, tow lines, high level alarms, and thermometer.
• Ability to work in extreme weather condi t i ons- (Hot/Cold)

Expected Hours of Work

• Ability to adapt to a variety of schedules and hours.
• Able to work weekends, holidays, and at night.
• Willing to take call outs.

Company Overview

Centerline Logistics is a leading provider of marine transportation services in the United States. Centerline Logistics operates on the United States West Coast (including Alaska and Hawaii), United States East Coast (including Puerto Rico), the United States Gulf Coast and the Mississippi River System. Services provided include the transportation and storage of petroleum products, tanker escort, ship assist, the transportation of general cargo and rescue towing. Centerline Logistics is the parent company of eight businesses specializing in marine services and a bulk liquids terminal business. Centerline Logistics provides accounting, administrative, human resources, safety and environmental services, and other support to the subsidiary companies.

• The Company offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D options to our employees and their eligible dependents after meeting Company requirements.
• 401(k) options, Disability Insurance, sick pay, vacation pay, 10 paid holidays per calendar year (subject to work schedule) and Healthcare and/or Dependent Care FSAs are also available to our employees after meeting Company requirements.

All benefits information may be subject to change based on any current or updated benefit plan year changes and/or Collective Bargaining Agreements.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Drug Free Work place. Pre-employment drug testing is required.