Licensed Dockman & Dispatcher: Fuel, Barge & Truck Ops

Pioneer Production Services, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Vacation pay for eligible employees

Job summary

Pioneer Production Services, Inc. in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a Licensed Dockman/Dispatcher to coordinate loading, unloading, and movement of liquid cargo by boat, barge, and truck.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient operations. You will monitor transfers, maintain logs, operate basic equipment, and work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely deliveries and accurate paperwork.

Qualifications

• Five years industry experience.
• Dispatching, routing, logistics and tanking experience preferred.
• Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with Tankerman-PIC and Dangerous Liquids Endorsement.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).
• High School degree or equivalent.
• Organized, and detail oriented.
• Initiative-taking and multi-task oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and show an ability to learn computer operating systems.
• Good customer relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate/Communicates with customers, all vessel and barge movements, and truck loadings as needed via VHF, Computer, or phone.
• Coordinate and assist general fleeting operation.
• Coordinate/Communicate with internal and external stakeholders in personnel management for shore-based operations.
• Knowledge of facility Security Plan and control all person(s) entering and leaving the facility. Interface with various regulatory bodies (USCG, DEQ...).
• Load and discharge liquid cargo to and from docks, vessels, trucks, and tote tanks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Connect and disconnect hoses.
• Align and secure valves.
• Check engines and pumps prior to transfer operations.
• Monitor cargo flow and mooring lines throughout the transfer operations.
• Offload trash and used oil filters from vessels.
• Operate a forklift.
• Operate a hydraulic crane.
• Communicate via a VHF radio.
• Maintain equipment in good working order and condition.
• Maintain cleanliness of the facility.
• Work with a variety of hand tools, including wrenches, shovels, scrub brushes, and the like.
• Track inventory.
• Complete and submit paperwork, including Declaration ofInspection (DOI),sales tickets, daily reports, and the like in a timely manner.
• Update job logs on an ongoing basis.
• Troubleshoot problems.
• Train and assess Dockman.
• Work without supervision.
• Use a computer.
• Perform drills.
• Handle emergencies.
• Conduct Job Safety Analysis' (JSA).
• Other duties requested by Director, Supervisor or Executive Management as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Customer relations

Education

Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with Tankerman-PIC and Dangerous Liquids Endorsement

High School degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Pioneer Production Services, Inc. in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a Licensed Dockman/Dispatcher to coordinate loading, unloading, and movement of liquid cargo by boat, barge, and truck.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient operations. You will monitor transfers, maintain logs, operate basic equipment, and work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely deliveries and accurate paperwork.