Tankerman Trainee - River

Loadstar • New Orleans, LA

23h

About The Position

Loadstar provides product handling and site logistics services to refineries, chemical plants, barge lines, and terminals. Its services include loading and unloading cargo into railcars, trucks, barges, and ships; operating docks, tank farms, terminals, and warehouses; and managing marine, rail, truck, and pipeline site logistics.

Loadstar shoreside tankermen live at home and travel to various work sites. Tankermen are certified by the United States Coast Guard and serve as the Person-in-Charge (PIC) during critical operations, ensuring petrochemicals are safely transferred to barges while protecting the environment. The trainee role involves travel to work sites, oversight of cargo handling and equipment operation, and adherence to safety protocols.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old and legally able to work in the United States.
• Be able to read, write, speak, and understand English clearly.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Have no DUIs/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.
• Be able to pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Provide certificates of completion for required college courses: Barge DL and Fire Fighting.
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• For the Lake Charles area, the ideal applicant lives within two hours of both Beaumont, Texas, and Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Responsibilities

• Travel to different work sites as required.
• Serve as the 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 through expertise and diligence.
• Provide vigilant oversight that contributes to environmental protection and operational success.

Benefits

• Hourly pay and mileage reimbursement for travel to and from field training locations.
• Paid overtime for hours worked in excess of 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, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Matching 401(k) plan.
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits, varying by work group.
• Training and development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED