Tank Barge Maintenance Ops Lead | Technical Expert

Canal Barge Company

New Orleans (LA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Canal Barge Company is seeking a Tank Barge Maintenance Operations Manager to lead the maintenance of the tank barge fleet, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and readiness for operations. The role requires hands-on leadership of field teams, collaboration with project managers, and strong expertise in maintenance planning and repair strategies.

The ideal candidate has seven or more years in marine maintenance, leadership experience, and a solid background in regulatory standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, marine transportation, marine operations, industrial technology, or related field.
  • Seven or more years in marine maintenance, tank barge operations, or related field.
  • Five or more years leading field teams, maintenance execution, or regional operations.
  • Expertise in tank barge maintenance, repair planning, and condition assessment.
  • Working knowledge of tank barge regulatory, inspection, and maintenance requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead tank barge maintenance to ensure compliance and serviceability.
  • Own maintenance programs and ensure regulatory compliance across locations.
  • Provide leadership for project managers on major outages and budgets.
  • Set performance expectations and escalation paths for field teams.
  • Develop leadership, competency, and readiness across regions.

Skills

Leadership
Maintenance planning
Technical decision making
Regulatory compliance
Tank barge maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
Bachelor’s degree in marine transportation/operations

Job description

Canal Barge Company is seeking a Tank Barge Maintenance Operations Manager to lead the maintenance of the tank barge fleet, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and readiness for operations. The role requires hands-on leadership of field teams, collaboration with project managers, and strong expertise in maintenance planning and repair strategies.

The ideal candidate has seven or more years in marine maintenance, leadership experience, and a solid background in regulatory standards.

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