Tankerman Trainee - Houston
About The Position
Loadstar provides product handling and site logistics services to refineries, chemical plants, barge lines, and terminals. It handles cargo transfers to and from railcars, trucks, barges, and ships, and operates docks, tank farms, terminals, and warehouses. Loadstar employs shoreside tankermen who live at home and travel to various work sites. Tankermen are certified by the United States Coast Guard and serve as Person-in-Charge (PIC) during critical operations, with responsibility for safe petrochemical transfers to barges and protection of the environment. The Tankerman Trainee travels to different work sites as required and oversees cargo handling, equipment operation, and compliance with safety protocols. The position involves maintaining shipment integrity, minimizing transportation risks, preventing hazards, and contributing to environmental protection and successful operations. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and being available on call for days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old and legally able to work in the U.S.
- Read, write, speak, and understand English clearly.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have a valid driver's license.
- Have no DUIs or DWIs in the past three years.
- Have or be qualified to receive a valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
- Possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC).
- Have reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a telephone.
- Be able to work on call, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.
- Provide college course certificates of completion for the required Barge DL and Fire Fighting courses.
- Lift up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- For the Lake Charles area, live within two hours of both Beaumont, Texas, and Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Responsibilities
- Travel to different work sites as required.
- Serve as Person-in-Charge (PIC) during critical operations.
- Ensure the safe transfer of petrochemicals to barges.
- Oversee cargo handling, equipment operation, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Safeguard the environment and prevent potential hazards.
- Maintain the integrity of petroleum and chemical shipments.
- Minimize risks associated with transportation operations.
- Provide vigilant oversight supporting environmental protection and operational success.
Benefits
- Hourly pay.
- Mileage reimbursement for travel to and from field training locations.
- Paid overtime for hours exceeding 40 per week.
- Medical insurance options, with the company paying a large portion of premiums.
- Affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Company-paid short-term disability insurance.
- Company-paid long-term disability insurance.
- Matching 401(k) plan.
- Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits, varying by work group.
- Training and development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
