Port Engineer

Kirby; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby is seeking a dependable vessel maintenance technician in Baton Rouge to oversee dockside repairs and major shipyard work. You will coordinate shipyard efforts, supervise inspections, and ensure certifications are up to date.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, adherence to safety standards, and coordination with vendors and management. Some travel and on-call duties are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years related experience in the barge and tankering industry.
• Experience with USCG/ABS inspections is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and coordinate shipyard repairs.
• Oversee USCG/ABS inspection evaluations for re-certification of equipment.
• Conduct USCG SIP Program inspections.
• Resolve problems with barge equipment.
• Survey and oversee majors planned and unplanned as assigned.
• Prepare data sheets, SIP papers and work orders.
• Work closely with vendors, management and customers daily.
• Handle special duty assignments as requested by department management.
• Day-to-day maintenance of barges as assigned.
• Monitor and verify work done by contractors.

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Decision making

Interpersonal communication

Customer relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Field truck

Field tools

SCBA

Ultrasonic tester

10-key

Safety equipment

Job description

Responsible for every type of maintenance or repair of vessel equipment. Directly responsible for dockside problem-solving and major shipyard repairs, scheduled and unscheduled repairs.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and coordinate shipyard repairs.
• Oversee USCG/ABS inspection evaluation for re-certification and all repairs associated with re- certification of equipment.
• Conduct USCG inspection for SIP Program.
• Resolve problems with barge equipment.
• Survey and oversee majors planned and unplanned as assigned.
• Prepare data sheets, SIP papers and work orders.
• Work closely with vendors, management, and customers daily.
• Handle special duty assignments requested by department management.
• Day-to-day routine and non-routine maintenance of barges as assigned.
• Monitor and verify work done by contractors.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to solve problems dockside working directly with M&R office staff.
• Good organizational skills and ability to adapt to changing schedules.
• Ability to make decisions and to exercise good judgement.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; climb aboard and move around vessels; climb 90-degree vertical ladders; bend, crawl, and maneuver around tight spaces.
• Ability to use and operate field truck, field tools, SCBA, ultrasonic tester, safety equipment and 10-key. Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.

Competencies:

• Good interpersonal, communication and customer relations skills.
• Expert knowledge of barge repair, remedial and scheduled shipyard.
• Knowledge and use of computer software.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years related experience in the barge and tankering industry.

Physical Activities & Requirements:

• Standard Office Criteria
• Must be able to satisfy all USCG Chemical Drug Testing Programs for Vessel Personnel, pass a physical examination, lift up to 50 pounds and climb a vertical ladder.

Working Conditions:

• Standard Office Criteria
• Typical work hours are 7:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday. On call rotation. Some out-of-town travel required.