Shore Tankerman

Canal Barge Company; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canal Barge Company is seeking a Shore Tankerman for the New Orleans/Baton Rouge area to oversee transfer of liquid cargos and ensure safe, compliant operations aboard barges. The role requires travel, on-call availability, and strong safety awareness.

Qualified applicants must hold a U.S. Merchant Mariner’s endorsement as a PIC/DL, possess a valid TWIC, and pass a pre‑employment physical and drug screen. A valid driver’s license and clean background check are required.

Qualifications

• 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 New Orleans 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

CANAL BARGE COMPANY JOB DESCRIPTION SHORE TANKERMAN – NEW ORLEANS/ BATON ROUGE

Canal Barge 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. 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

• 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 New Orleans area

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.