Shore Tankerman

Canal Barge Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canal Barge Company seeks qualified Shore Tankerman to perform liquid cargo transfers in the Baytown/Channelview, TX area. Candidates must be safety‑minded, able to work physically demanding conditions, on‑call, and travel as needed. A U.S.

Merchant Mariner's endorsement (PIC/DL) and TWIC are required, with a valid driver’s license and favorable references. Responsibilities include transfers, barge inspections, equipment checks, and acting as a liaison with dock personnel while serving as a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years Shore Tankerman experience with 2nd Issue of License.
• A valid Driver’s License.
• A high school diploma or equivalency.
• Able to pass a background check and a physical, including a respirator fit test.
• Must live in the Houston area and pass a drug screen.
• Heater/Boiler experience required; Split Load qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct transfers of liquid cargos.
• Follow safety, environmental, and barge processes to conduct incident-free transfers.
• Conduct inspections of barges prior to 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.

Skills

Shore Tankerman experience

Safety-conscious

On-call / travel readiness

Excellent references

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

US Merchant Mariner's endorsement (PIC/DL)

TWIC credential

Tools

Heater/Boiler experience

Split Load qualification (preferred)

Job description

CANAL BARGE COMPANY JOB DESCRIPTION SHORE TANKERMAN ***BAYTOWN/ CHANNELVIEW, TX***

Canal Barge LLC Shore Tankerman are our internal experts in the transfer of liquid cargos. Qualified candidates must be safety conscious and able to work in a physically demanding environment. Shore Tankerman must be on-call and be able to travel independently. All applicants must have favorable work references and a valid driver's license and must pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen. Tankermen must hold a U.S. Merchant Mariner's endorsement as a PIC/DL, and must possess a current, valid TWIC I.

I. Primary Job Duties

• 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

Physical requirements of the job include climbing ladders and stairs, repetitive bending and stooping, lifting heavy marine equipment, and lifting objects from various levels ranging from 10-100 pounds.

II. Requirements

• Minimum 5-10 years Shore Tankerman Experienced/ 2nd Issue of License
• A valid Driver’s License
• A 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 Houston area
• Must have Heater/Boiler Experience
• Split Load qualified- preferred

Canal Barge Company and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Canal Barge Company and Marquette Transportation Company are leaders in the marine transportation industry. Following investments by Redwood Holdings in Canal Barge and Marquette, the family of brands now includes Canal Barge Company, Marquette’s Gulf Inland, River, and Offshore divisions, Illinois Marine Towing, Canal Terminal Company, Canal Analytical and Environmental Services, and Pelican Marine. Together, these companies form an integrated network with one of the industry’s largest fleets, comprising nearly 150 vessels, more than 4,000 barges, over 100 deck barges, and 2,000 skilled mariners. Founded in 1933 and headquartered in New Orleans, Canal Barge Company is one of the largest privately-owned marine transportation companies in the United States. Canal Barge has a proven track record of developing long-term, mutually profitable partnerships with leading companies across the refining, petrochemical, power generation, oilfield services, construction, and materials industries. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky, Marquette Transportation Company is a leading provider of marine transportation services. Through its integrated towing network, Marquette operates across more than 6,000 miles of navigable waterways, including the Mississippi River System and its tributaries, the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, and the nearshore tugboat market.