Tankerman: Safe Liquid Cargo Transfers & Deckhand

ergon; Wood River (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental

Holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Tuition assistance

Profit sharing

Job summary

Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply, Inc. in Wood River, IL is seeking a Tankerman to load and discharge liquids from barges, operate barge equipment, and ensure compliance with USCG regulations. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on deck operations.

Qualifications include a USCG Merchant Mariner's Document with PIC endorsement, a TWIC card, and a valid driver’s license. The position offers home-time while supporting marine traffic on the Mississippi River network.

Qualifications

• U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner's Document with P.I.C. endorsement.
• Valid TWIC card.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Friendly disposition and good people skills.
• On the job training for the barges assigned.
• Approved for position by pilot and Marine Operations Manager.
• Must be able to swim.

Responsibilities

• Load and discharge liquid products from tank barges in a safe, efficient manner.
• Know how to operate all assigned barge equipment including forklift.
• Have a good knowledge of laws and regulations concerning cargo transfer and oil pollution prevention.
• Must have "hands on" knowledge of the procedures necessary to load and discharge the barges for which you are responsible.
• Remain on barge and supervise the connecting and disconnecting of hoses.
• Inspect barge following all the safety rules and cargo transfer procedures.
• Ensure that the required firefighting equipment is aboard any barge before starting to load or unload the barge.
• When not performing Tankerman duties, the Tankerman will assume the responsibilities and duties of a deckhand.
• Perform general maintenance and clean boat and barges.
• Check the crewboat at night and on weekends.
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Must be at work on time.
• Always be friendly and courteous to all customers and co-workers.
• Have full knowledge of the Vessel Response Plan.

Skills

PIC endorsement

TWIC Card

Driver's license

People skills

Swim ability

Job description

Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply, Inc. in Wood River, IL is seeking a Tankerman to load and discharge liquids from barges, operate barge equipment, and ensure compliance with USCG regulations. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on deck operations.

Qualifications include a USCG Merchant Mariner's Document with PIC endorsement, a TWIC card, and a valid driver’s license. The position offers home-time while supporting marine traffic on the Mississippi River network.