Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Barge Cleaning and Stripping Operations

• Identify cargo contained in the barge set for cleaning
• Determine where cargo is to be transferred based on cargo type
• Prepare the dock or facility side for loading/discharging liquid petroleum cargoes as per facility loading instructions. This includes performing a line-up of pipelines, opening/closing valves, and connection/disconnection of transfer hoses and loading arms.
• Connect and disconnect cargo hoses to facilitate the safe transfer of liquids
• Continuously monitor transfer utilizing float gauges, maintaining documentation of cargo transfer history
• Operate vapor combustors for conventional and pressure barges Set up ventilation equipment to dry barges and clear piping
• Inspect barges ensuring they cleaned to customer specifications
• Accurately complete all associated paperwork

Vessel Fueling Operations

• Deliver fuel, lubes, and supplies to marine vessels
• Receive deliveries of fuel, lube oil, and supplies via truck
• Load trucks with used oil
• Maintain accurate paperwork associated with fuel deliveries and sales
• Maintain an accurate inventory of fuel, lube oil, and supplies

Facility Maintenance includes but is not limited to:

• Upkeep and repair of pumps used to transfer cargo
• Inspection of hoses for wear and failures
• Inspection of tanks and truck rack
• Inspect rainwater for clarity and discharge

Janitorial Duties includes but are not limited to

• Clean the bathroom in the office
• General cleaning around the office
• Cleaning around the grounds

Security Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to the following:

• Familiarize and understand the facility security requirements
• Continuously monitor for security concerns
• Barge inspections for suspicious items
• Monitoring the access gate and granting people entry.

Safety Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to the following:

• Be trained in the use of all necessary Personal Protective Equipment. The job requires the use of a respirator on a daily basis (NO FACIAL HAIR).
• Follow all safety requirements and training as required by Kirby
• Report all incidents to supervisors
• Report all near misses
• Understand and utilize Stop Work Responsibility

Education:

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Activities & Requirements/Qualifications Knowledge & Skills:

• Must pass physical designed to test for the ability to work in conditions specific to this job
• Ability to drive company vehicles (Valid Texas Driver’s License required and Annual Defensive Driving renewal)
• Must be capable of occasional heavy lifting/lift and carry 50 lbs.
• General computer skills

Working Conditions:

• Work a rotating schedule which includes day & night shifts. 12-hour shift.
• Additional hours may be required to cover absentee workers
• Ability to work outside in extreme elements and climate changes

Education

• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver License (Non Auth)