Tank Barge PIC

Kirby Corporation•Baton Rouge, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of a Tank Barge PIC is to prepare the barges that are assigned and complete loading and discharging of oil, refined and petrochemical cargoes. The Tank Barge PIC must communicate with dock personnel and ensure that each person participating in the transfer of product understands what the product is, and how it should be transferred and protected. The Tank Barge PIC normally works a rotating 6 days on, and 3 days off schedule.

Requirements

Must possess a valid and current merchant mariners document with a Tank Barge PIC endorsement under 46 CFR 12/20 et seq.
Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
Must pass a company-approved test.
Must have successfully completed Kirby Corporation's training school for Tank Barge PIC.
Must be able to pass certification requirements of 46 CFR Part 197 Subpart C – Benzene.
Must be able to satisfy all United States Coast Guard Chemical Drug Testing Programs for Vessel Personnel as found in 46 CFR Part 16.
Color vision and eyesight sufficient to pass an eye test as required to obtain a merchant mariners document. This requires an uncorrected vision of at least 20/20 in each eye correctable to 20/40 in each eye.
Hearing as required to obtain a merchant mariners document.
Must be able to verbally communicate in the English language both in delivery and ability to be understood.
May docks use handheld radios to communicate with the barges and/or boats; therefore, use of these devices is required.
Must be able to communicate by reading and writing in the English language.
A sense of smell sufficient to be able to detect the presence of potentially dangerous chemical vapors.
Must pass a pulmonary function test with a minimum score of 80% with physician’s approval.
Ability to wear: Gloves, goggles, rubber boots, slicker suit, steel-toes boots, hard hat, five-minute escape pack, negative pressure respirator or positive pressure respirator.
Must be able to drive to and from hub cities.
Physical and Mental Requirements: Necessary to safely undertake the essential functions of this position.

Nice To Haves

Tank Barge PIC License is REQUIRED. Tank Barge PICTRAINEE: No License Required.

Responsibilities

Walk 2-3 miles per day.
Walk the tow and back in order to check the condition of the barges and the rigging to perform tankering operations.
Step – 2ft vertical and 2ft horizontal.
Throw and catch lines.
Complete range of motion is also required to perform engine room maintenance responsibilities, which includes reaching over one’s head.
Climb a 90-degree vertical ladder 25-30 ft.
Lift 60-75 pounds and carry it approximately 500 ft.
Help move a crossover hose that would require a lift of at least 60-75 pounds.
Communicate with dock personnel.
Maintain documentation.
Assist in training new personnel.
Assist with engine and generator room maintenance.
Qualify for all federal and state standards and qualify for licenses and documents.
Perform all duties while wearing protective equipment.
Live and work in close quarters.
Endure harsh environment, which includes extreme temperature, rain, ice, sleet, wind wave action and long hours during transfers.
Teach, use radio, and coordinate with dock personnel.
Understand written and verbal orders.
Comprehend essential information – spill containment and cleanup, MSDS and emergency action information.
Complete video training widely used – i.e. safety meeting, Benzene training.
Possible Non-Essential Functions: Swimming, cooking, and washing clothes.