Licensed Dockman/Dispatcher

Pioneer Production Services•Baton Rouge, LA

21d

About The Position

The Licensed Dockman/Dispatcher coordinates the transportation and distribution of fuel and lubricants to customers in commercial, industrial, and marine operations. The role supports company operations by scheduling and overseeing the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible loading, receiving, and delivery of products by boats, barges, and trucks. It also performs maintenance tasks on the facility and other company assets. The position is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and is full-time on a 5/2 schedule. Pioneer Production Services, Inc. provides supplemental contract labor and specialized personnel to the oil, gas, and offshore marine industries, and operates across North America.

Requirements

Five years of industry experience.
Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with Tankerman-Person in Charge (PIC) and Dangerous Liquids Endorsement.
Valid driver's license.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
High school degree or equivalent.
Organized and detail-oriented.
Initiative-taking and able to multitask.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, and ability to learn computer operating systems.
Good customer relations skills.

Nice To Haves

Dispatching, routing, logistics, and tanking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and communicate with customers regarding vessel and barge movements and truck loadings using VHF radio, computer, or phone.
Coordinate and assist with general fleeting operations.
Coordinate and communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding personnel management for shore-based operations.
Follow the facility Security Plan, control access to the facility, and interface with regulatory bodies such as the USCG and DEQ.
Load and discharge liquid cargo between docks, vessels, trucks, and tote tanks safely and efficiently.
Connect and disconnect hoses, align and secure valves, and check engines and pumps before transfer operations.
Monitor cargo flow and mooring lines during transfer operations.
Offload trash and used oil filters from vessels.
Operate a forklift, hydraulic crane, and VHF radio.
Maintain equipment in good working order and maintain facility cleanliness.
Use hand tools such as wrenches, shovels, and scrub brushes.
Track inventory and complete and submit paperwork, including Declarations of Inspection (DOI), sales tickets, and daily reports.
Update job logs on an ongoing basis and troubleshoot problems.
Train and assess Dockmen.
Work without supervision, use a computer, perform drills, handle emergencies, and conduct Job Safety Analyses (JSA).
Perform other duties as requested by the Director, Supervisor, or Executive Management.