Shore Tankerman

Canal Barge Company; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canal Barge Company seeks a Shore Tankerman to manage the transfer of liquid cargos in the Chicagoland area. The role requires on-call availability and the ability to travel independently to job sites. A valid driver’s license, high school diploma or equivalent, and a U.S.

Merchant Mariner endorsement (PIC/DL) with a current TWIC are mandatory. Candidates must pass pre-employment physicals and drug screens, have favorable references, and be able to work in a safety-conscious, physically

Qualifications

• Must hold U.S. Merchant Mariner's endorsement as PIC/DL and a current TWIC.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to pass background check and pre-employment physical, including a respirator fit test.

Responsibilities

• Conduct transfers of liquid cargos.
• Follow safety, environmental, and barge processes to ensure incident-free transfers.
• Inspect barges prior to transfers.
• Perform minor maintenance on barges and pumps as needed.
• Inspect all safety and transfer equipment.
• Liaise with customer dock personnel.
• Serve as a first-line emergency responder.

Skills

Safety awareness

On-call

Travel flexibility

Driver's license

Maritime experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

CANAL BARGE COMPANY JOB DESCRIPTION SHORE TANKERMAN *CHICAGOLAND* 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.

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 the Chicagoland 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.

The ability to provide world-class service to our customers rests on the capabilities and commitment of our people. The candidates who are selected to join the Illinois Marine family must be committed to working safely, protecting the environment and ensuring the security of our waterways while delivering world-class customer service.

We treat our employees with respect, communicate openly and share the rewards when we succeed.