Licensed Dockman (Bunkers)

JOHN W STONE OIL DISTRIBUTOR LLC•Gretna, LA
•Onsite

About The Position

John W. Stone Oil Distributor, LLC is the local leader in dockside, mid-streaming, and offshore fueling along the Mississippi River and throughout the various locations on the Intracoastal Waterway system as well as into the Gulf of Mexico. This position is for a Licensed Dockman, Bunkers, reporting to the Operations Manager, Bunkers. The worksite is a dockside facility in Gretna, LA, with a work schedule of 12-hour shifts (4 days on, 2 off, 4 nights on, 2 off). The headquarters is located in Gretna, Louisiana.

Requirements

  • At Least 18 Years of Age.
  • Reliable Transportation to and from Work.
  • High School Diploma (or its equivalent).
  • Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
  • Basic Computer Skills.
  • Valid United States Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with a Tankerman Person-in-Charge (PIC) of Dangerous Liquids (DL) endorsement.

Nice To Haves

  • Develop knowledge of heaters.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Person in Charge (PIC).
  • Perform liquid cargo transfer operations from docks, vessels, trucks, tote tanks, & shore tanks in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Inspect the barge prior to transfer operations.
  • Connect and disconnect hoses.
  • Align and secure valves.
  • Check engines and pumps prior to transfer operations.
  • Monitor cargo flow and mooring lines throughout the transfer operations.
  • Conduct soundings on liquid cargo tanks using gauge tape or gauge stick.
  • Complete and submit paperwork, including the Declaration of Inspection (DOI).
  • Maintain cleanliness of the facility.
  • Operate a forklift.
  • Work without supervision.
  • Maintain equipment in good working order and condition.
  • Offload trash and used filters.
  • Spot barges at docks.
  • Operate winches and ratchets.
  • Line-handling and rigging.
  • Communicate via a VHF radio.
  • Develop knowledge of heaters.
  • Troubleshoot problems.
  • Adhere to and comply with company and safety policies, United States Coast Guard Regulations, and environmental laws and regulations.
  • Other duties that may be requested by Director, Supervisor or Executive Management as needed.
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