Marine Tankerman

Marathon Petroleum Corporation•Texas City, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Marathon Petroleum Company is hiring a shore-based Marine Tankerman based in the Texas City, Texas (Galveston Bay) area. The role reports to the Marine Tankering Services Supervisor and is part of the Tankering Services Group. Tankermen safely and efficiently transfer various types of barges, troubleshoot barges, perform minor barge maintenance, and train other Tankermen in accordance with company procedures and standards and United States Coast Guard regulations. Work takes place in the field on barges, vessels, fleets, and terminals. The position requires working independently in remote locations and in all weather conditions, both day and night, as assignments require. Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism are important. The role may require travel to work locations within a 200-mile radius of the Texas City base, using personal transportation and boat rides. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, a valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential with Tankerman-PIC (Barge) endorsement and dangerous liquid (DL) qualification, and a valid USCG medical certificate. Candidates must already have or be able to obtain a TWIC card within two weeks of employment, and must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check. The role is regular, full-time employment. Compensation includes a competitive salary and eligibility for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
Own dependable transportation and ability to travel to work locations using that transportation and by boat, within a radius of up to 200 miles from Texas City, Texas (Galveston Bay).
Valid USCG-issued Merchant Mariner Credential with Tankerman-PIC (Barge) endorsement and dangerous liquid (DL) qualification.
Valid USCG medical certificate.
Must possess a valid TWIC card or be able to obtain one within two weeks of employment.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
Ability to work in all weather conditions, both day and night, as assignments require.
Ability to work safely and independently in remote locations.
Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Conduct barge transfers in accordance with MPC procedures and applicable USCG regulations and guidelines.
Troubleshoot barges and perform minor maintenance.
Perform all phases of barge transfers, including operating heaters on hot oil barges.
Maintain records and submit documentation of transfer times to the office promptly.
Keep uniforms and transfer equipment clean, maintained, and ready for use.
Conduct transfer audits on third-party Tankermen as needed.
Assist in training new Tankermen.
Interface with customers in accordance with MPC policies and procedures.
Participate in safety and training activities.