On-Call Shore Tankerman: Liquid Cargo Transfer Expert

Canal Barge; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Canal Barge is seeking a Shore Tankerman for the Port Arthur/Beaumont area. Qualified candidates will transfer liquid cargos, adhere to safety and environmental standards, and coordinate with customer dock personnel.

This role requires on-call availability, travel flexibility, and the ability to meet physical demands. Applicants must have 5–10 years tankerman experience with a 2nd Issue license, a valid driver's license, and a respirator-fit tested physical.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years Shore Tankerman experience / 2nd Issue license
• Valid Driver’s License
• High school diploma or equivalency
• Able to pass a background check
• Able to pass a physical which includes a respirator fit test and requires clean shaven
• Heater/Boiler experience
• Split Load qualified preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct transfers of liquid cargos
• Follow safety, environmental, and barge processes to conduct incident-free transfers
• Inspect barges prior to conducting transfers
• Perform minor maintenance and repair of barges and pumps
• Inspect all safety and transfer equipment
• Liaise with customer dock personnel
• Serve as first-line emergency responders
• Physical requirements include climbing ladders, bending, lifting 10–100 pounds

Skills

Safety consciousness

On-call availability

Travel independently

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Canal Barge is seeking a Shore Tankerman for the Port Arthur/Beaumont area. Qualified candidates will transfer liquid cargos, adhere to safety and environmental standards, and coordinate with customer dock personnel.

This role requires on-call availability, travel flexibility, and the ability to meet physical demands. Applicants must have 5–10 years tankerman experience with a 2nd Issue license, a valid driver's license, and a respirator-fit tested physical.