On-Call Shore Tankerman: Liquid Cargo Transfer Pro

Canal Barge Company; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CANAL BARGE COMPANY seeks a Shore Tankerman in the Chicagoland area to conduct transfers of liquid cargos, perform barge inspections, and act as a liaison with dock personnel. The role requires safety consciousness, ability to work physically demanding conditions, and on-call availability. A valid driver’s license and a clean background are required.

Applicants must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen, hold a U.S. Merchant Mariner’s endorsement as a PIC/DL, and possess a current TWIC.

Qualifications

• 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 candidate to be clean shaven.
• Must live in the Chicagoland area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct transfers of liquid cargos.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and barge processes to conduct incident-free transfers.
• Conduct inspections of barges prior to conducting transfers.
• Perform minor maintenance and repair of barges and pumps as necessary.
• Inspect all safety and transfer equipment.
• Perform liaison role with customer dock personnel.
• Serve as first-line emergency responders.
• Comply with general shipboard safety procedures and reporting requirements.

Skills

Safety awareness

On-call readiness

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

CANAL BARGE COMPANY seeks a Shore Tankerman in the Chicagoland area to conduct transfers of liquid cargos, perform barge inspections, and act as a liaison with dock personnel. The role requires safety consciousness, ability to work physically demanding conditions, and on-call availability. A valid driver’s license and a clean background are required.

Applicants must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen, hold a U.S. Merchant Mariner’s endorsement as a PIC/DL, and possess a current TWIC.