Tankerman, Inland

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading North American provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering, treating, processing, transportation and storage; NGL transportation, fractionation, storage and import and export terminals; crude oil gathering, transportation, storage and terminals; petrochemical and refined products transportation, storage and terminals; and a marine transportation business that operates primarily on the United States inland and Intracoastal Waterway systems. The partnership’s assets include approximately 50,000 miles of pipelines; 260 million barrels of storage capacity for NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals; and 14 billion cubic feet of natural gas storage capacity.

Employment Incentives:

- Longevity Pay

- Ride over pay

- Flexible Schedules: 14/7, 20/10, 28/14

- Steersman Program

- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

- 401k with Company Match

- Profit Sharing Program

- Unit Purchase Plan

- Short/Long Term Disability

- PTO

- 5 paid Holidays

- Travel Pay

- Compensation Enhancements Earned Through Positive Performance

- Referral Bonuses

- Can live anywhere in the United States

The Inland Tankerman is responsible for safely and efficiently loading and unloading tank barges and loading, transferring, and discharging liquid and chemical cargoes pursuant to all applicable U.S. Coast Guard regulations. The Inland Tankerman’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Safely performing the duties of the Person-In-Charge (PIC) by loading, transferring, and discharging liquid and chemical products onboard tank barges.

- Safely and efficiently carrying out the duties of a member of the deck crew onboard inland towing vessels and barges.

- Completing Declarations of Inspection (DOIs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and Boat/Barge Load Plans prior to most tasks.

- Utilizing the EMS PPE Matrix when preparing to handle cargo.

- Performing hourly checks of the vessel and engine room and logging the activity.

- Performing and maintaining routine maintenance on vessels and tank barges.

- Reporting maintenance issues to wheelhouse personnel and the EMS maintenance hotline.

- Conducting TBSIP (Tank Barge Streamline Inspection Program) inspections and undertaking and completing all possible corrections.

- Understanding and applying emergency response procedures, Coast Guard regulations, terminal operating guidelines, machinery operating and repair manuals, and other pertinent information.

- Effectively and professionally communicating with boat and dock personnel by radio, telephone, and voice communications.

- Providing guidance and training to deckhands and new tankermen.

- Assisting wheelhouse personnel in the completion of all safety drills (monthly/quarterly).

- Other standard duties include making tow, transferring rigging, laying rigging, handling lines, shifting barges, dropping or picking up barges, checking the tow, moving and operating portable pumps, assisting in making locks or bridges, assisting in mid-stream transfers, routine housekeeping duties, and general maintenance.

- Catching lines on deck fittings, working lines at locks, casting lines free when getting underway, and assisting in the navigation of the boat.

- Using hand tools, power tools, painting equipment, and personal protective equipment as directed.

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Qualifications

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:

- A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required.

- A valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (T.W.I.C.) is required.

- A valid Merchant Mariners Document endorsed as Tankerman PIC (Barge) DL is required.

- No spills or violations in the last twelve (12) months.

- Tankerman experience on 30K BBL tank barges is preferred

- Must have fundamental knowledge of maintenance procedures, tools, and equipment onboard inland towing vessels and tank barges.

- Must be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with office personnel, vessel crew, and dock personnel both verbally and in writing.

- Must be able to get along and work well with others in close quarters.

- Must be flexible and able to work any work schedule.

- Must be able to perform routine duties in all types of weather (hot, cold, dry, wet, slippery, icy).

- Must be able to work under pressure.

- Must be able to ascend and descend portable ladders and fixed stairs.

- Strength and balance are essential, as you may be required to perform duties on a moving platform. Ability to work in confined or small spaces is required.

- Must be able to lift and move up to 100 lbs.

- Must be willing and able to fly on a commercial airline for crew change.

- Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical exam which includes the USCG CG-719k Physical. This exam includes visual acuity, color vision, hearing and speech capabilities, medical evaluations, and physical assessments. The applicant must also acknowledge all prescribed and OTC medications and complete a thorough medical history.

- Must satisfactorily complete a USCG DOT Drug and Alcohol screen, benzene physical, and full-face respirator test.

- The job is classified as heavy work, which requires inside and outside work under various normal and adverse weather conditions, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling frequently; walking, climbing reaching over shoulder, hand/eye coordination, twisting, working around unprotected heights, working around moving machinery, repetitive actions with both hands and feet.

Primary Location: USA

Shift: Rotating

Travel: No

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Organization: Marine Services

Job: Marine Services

Job Level: Individual Contributor