Licensed 3rd Mate

Kirby Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Corporation is seeking a 3rd Mate with a path to AB Tankerman duties. The role covers deck operations for tugs and barges, safety compliance, watch duties, and cargo handling. Candidates must meet MMC and STCW requirements, and be prepared for long cycles aboard vessels.

Ideal applicants will have tankerman knowledge, maritime certifications, and a willingness to live in close quarters with a rigorous schedule, including 21 days on and 21 days off with 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) endorsed as 3rd Mate AGT.
• Valid MMC endorsed with STCW III/1.
• Tankerman PIC required within 180 days of employment and STCW ratings (V/1-1 Basic Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations; V/1-1 Advanced Oil Tanker Cargo Operations; V/1-1 Advanced Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations).
• Valid USCG Medical Certificate required.
• Passport preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver's license and a TWIC card.
• Minimum 360 days of sea time.
• STCW compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Familiarity with KOM documented Company policies and procedures.
• Comply with safety procedures and work rules, including proper PPE.
• Perform deck maintenance, housekeeping, and mooring operations.
• Stand watch during tug operations.
• Maintain and repair tug and barge machinery spaces as directed.
• Prepare cargo paperwork and calculate cargo quantities.
• Develop load and discharge plans and ensure safe operations.

Skills

Deck operations

Safety procedures

Watchkeeping

English literacy

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

MMC endorsement

Job description

Overview

The 3rd Mate will perform duties that incorporate those of an AB Deckhand and once company qualified, an AB Tankerman.

The AB performs deck department duties relative to operations and maintenance of assigned tugs and barges.

The AB Tankerman's primary function is to load and discharge products from the tank barges. In addition, AB Tankerman performs the duties of an AB Deckhand when assigned to a tug.

Responsibilities

AB

• Familiarity with KOM documented Company policies and procedures.


• Comply with safety procedures and work rules, including the proper wearing of personal protective equipment.


• General maintenance and repairs; deck maintenance, housekeeping, cooking, making tow or mooring andunmooring.


• Standing watch during operation of tug.


• Performs maintenance, repair, and sanitation on the tug under the direction of the Master or Mate; performs maintenance, cleaning and repair of tank barge machinery spaces and systems within his capability, as directed by supervisor or Officer on Watch.


• Carry out projects as directed by the Officer on Watch.


• Fulfill duties and responsibilities relating to and affecting the Company HSQE.

AB Tankerman

• Familiarity with KOM documented Company policies and procedures.


• Comply with safety procedures and work rules, including the proper wearing of personal protective equipment.


• Supervisory responsibilities in this case include planning, assigning, and directing work; address complaints and resolve issues; understand thoroughly the systems and operation of the barge to which assigned; understand barge stability and strength related to loading and discharging tank barges; ability to prepare all cargo paperwork including mathematical calculations associated with cargo paperwork.


• Assist in developing load and discharge plans for barge, including developing and maintaining work hour requirements during cargo operations. Safely conduct loads and discharges. Report hazardous occurrences, conditions, or actions.


• Properly and legibly complete, submit and maintain cargo paperwork as well as barge logs, work requests, requisitions, inspection reports and any paperwork as required.


• Perform preventative maintenance, clean and repair of tank barge machinery spaces and systems within his/her capability.


• Ensure that the Captain and Lead Tankerman are informed of any scheduled maintenance items that are beyond his/her ability to complete, or items deferred for any reason.


• Review and maintain tank barge documentation and certificates, notifying the appropriate shore-side manager of any deficiencies.


• The responsibilities outlined above cannot totally encompass or define all tasks, which may be required of the positionholder. The outline of responsibilities given above may, therefore, vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility of the position.

WORK CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to live and work in close quarters and able to spend a length of time away from family.


• Work schedule and hours determined by boat. Typical work schedule is 21 day on, and 21 days off with a 12-hour work shift including holidays.


• Must be able to work in inclement weather outdoor, heat and cold.


• Must be willing and able to attend paid required training on and off scheduled work time.


• Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive to/from company defined hub cities.

3rd Mate

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) endorsed as 3rd Mate AGT


• Valid Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) endorsed with STCW III/1


• Tankerman Person-In-Charge (PIC) required within 180 days of employment and STCW ratings o V/1-1 Basic Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations


• o V/1-1 Advanced Oil Tanker Cargo Operations


• o V/1-1 Advanced Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations


• Valid USCG Medical Certificate required


• Passport preferred


• Must possess a valid Driver's license


• Must possess a valid TWIC Card


• Experience with at least one other maritime company preferred


• Must not have a DWI or DUI in the last three years


• Must not have more than 2 moving driving violations in the last 3 years


• Must be able to satisfy all United States Coast Guard physical requirements (CG-719K) and as found in 46 CFR Part 10


• Must be able to satisfy all United States Coast Guard Chemical Drug Testing Programs for Vessel Personnel, as found in 46 CFR Part 10


• Must be able to pass company requirements of 46 CFR Part 197 Subpart C Benzene


• Valid state issued birth certificate required.


• Valid social security card required


• Must be 18 years of age


• Cannot have any criminal charges pending or be on probation


• Must be able to read and write English


• Ability to understand written and verbal orders


• Minimum 360 days of sea time required


• STCW compliant required


• College degree in related field preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Walk – Must be able to walk 2-3 miles per day


• Step - Must be able to step 2ft vertical and 2ft horizontal


• Reach - Must be able to extend arms fully throughout a normal range of motion both in a horizontal and vertical plane (i.e., throwing and catching lines)


• Climb - Must be able to climb a 90-degree vertical ladder 25-30 feet, and carry weight while climbing


• Grip/Hold/Pull – Must be able to grip, hold and pull 50lbs


• Lift – Must be able to lift 75lbs.


• Lift & Carry - Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. for approximately 350 feet


• Vision - Color vision and eyesight must be sufficient to pass an eye test as required to obtain a merchant mariners credential. This requires an uncorrected vision of at least 20/200 in each eye corrected to 20/40 in each eye


• Hearing – Must meet minimum standards, as per USCG requirements


• Speech - Must be able to verbally communicate in the English language both in delivery and ability to be understood using handheld radios or other devices, as required


• Smell – Must possess a sense of smell to be able to detect the presence of potentially dangerous vapors


• Pulmonary Functions - Must pass a pulmonary function test with a minimum score of 75%


• General - Must be able to enter and exit hatches/doorways quickly in case of emergency.


• Equipment - Must be able to wear a negative or positive pressure respirator, PVC foul weather gear, personal flotation device, rubber gloves and boots.


• Ability to use firefighting/spill containment equipment