Port Engineer

Genesis Energy, L.P; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Energy, L.P. is seeking a Marine Maintenance Supervisor in Houston, TX to direct repairs on tank barge fleet, oversee inspections, and manage maintenance budgets. You will coordinate parts, respond to emergencies, and ensure regulatory compliance across inland and offshore operations.

The role requires hands‑on experience with tugs/barges, TWIC credentials, and strong communication. On-site work with travel to multiple states is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must live in or within 50 miles of Houston, Texas.
• 3 years of experience maintaining tugs or barges.
• Computer skills: Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of oil transportation and marine industry.
• Knowledge of tugs and barge maintenance systems and equipment.
• Ability to repair marine equipment on site under adverse conditions.
• Ability to deal with others using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.
• Must have or be able to secure a TWIC card to access restricted areas.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise and monitor repairs on tank barge fleet within budgets and time frames.
• Oversee regulatory inspections for tank barge fleet and address issues.
• Collect bids for major shipyard work.
• Coordinate purchasing of parts and services for repairs.
• Respond to emergency calls during weekends, holidays, and nights.
• Assist in developing planned maintenance budgets.
• Maintain records for preventative maintenance program.
• Provide backup support to maintenance staff for vacations or illness.
• Serve as backup for vessel maintenance and repair issues.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal barge operation regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies.

Skills

Experience with tugs/barges

Marine industry knowledge

Word/Excel literacy

Safe work practices

TWIC credential ready

Travel willingness

Independent work ability

Communication and judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Genesis Marine issafe, reliable and efficient with the right equipment for the industry's marine transportation needs. Weprimarily serve refineries and storage terminals along the Gulf Coast, East Coast, Canada, Great Lakes, Intracoastal Canal and western river systems of the United States, including the Red, Ouachita and Mississippi Rivers on which Genesis has significant existing terminals.Genesis Marine owns and operates two fleets, inland and offshore, including approximately 130 vessels. Our state-of-the-art barges coupled with the best liquid cargo mariners make us the safest, most efficient carrier of inland, hot-oil cargoes. Our inland fleet consists of approximately 82 barges and 33 push-boats and our offshore fleet consists of nine boats and nine barges and one ocean going tanker. We have a total design capacity of 2.3 mmbbl for Inland Marine Operations, 0.9 mmbbl for Offshore Marine Operations and 0.3 mmbbl for the M/T American Phoenix (ocean-going tanker).We provide a safe and competitive service, adhering to strict operating procedures which are designed to not only meet, but also exceed customer & regulatory requirements.

Key Duties:

• Works with Manager - Fleet Inland Maintenance to direct, supervise and monitor planned and unplanned repairs on tank barge fleet working within established budgets and time frames.
• Oversees all regulatory inspections for tank barge fleet. Address and correct any issues arising from inspections.
• Collects bids for major shipyard work.
• Coordinates the purchasing of parts and services for repair and maintenance projects.
• Responds to emergency calls during weekends, holidays, and nights.
• Assists with the development of planned maintenance budgets.
• Manages and maintains records for preventative maintenance program.
• Provides backup support to maintenance staff for vacations, illnesses, and as otherwise needed.
• Serves as backup for vessel maintenance and repair issues.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal barge operation regulations.
• Adheres to all company policies.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must live in or within 50 miles of Houston, Texas
• 3 years of experience maintaining tugs or barges.
• Computer skills: Word and Excel
• Knowledge of oil transportation and marine industry.
• Knowledge of tugs and barge maintenance systems and equipment.
• Ability to repair marine equipment on site under adverse conditions.
• Ability to deal with others using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive communications.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various states.
• Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance.
• Ability to get along with office staff and vessel crewmembers.
• Must be physically fit enough to board barges and tugs.
• Must have or be able to secure a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card to obtain access to restricted facility areas.

Genesis Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories.This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employee's and applicant's disabilities or religious beliefs and practices .Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to apply through this site because of a disability. Contact Genesis Human Resources to discuss reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [e-mail] .