Make Ready Barge Inspector - Kirby Inland Marine LP

Performs make ready activities, which include but not limited to, barge inspections, special transfer operations, cargo stripping operations, and internal barge inspections.

Responsibilities

• Performs make ready activities, which include but not limited to, barge inspections, special
  transfer operations, cargo stripping operations, and internal barge inspections.
• Each barge inspection should include, but not limited to:
  • Barge pressure reading
  • Inspection of drip pans
  • Inspection of void tanks
  • Tool tightness of all fittings, bolts, and dogs on cargo and void tanks
  • Barge endorsements & certificates
  • Housekeeping inspection such as slip/trip hazards and trash
    Prepare supporting documents such as barge inspection forms and stripping logs.
• Notify Make Ready Supervisor & Traffic of any discrepancies found during barge inspections
  and indicate such on appropriate form.
• Security awareness responsibilities.
• Able to perform minor barge pump engine repairs and various barge topside repairs.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Organized, detail-oriented and accurate.
• Ability to work outdoors in the elements of nature
• Self-motivated and multi-task oriented

Qualifications

Compentcies:

• Organized, detail-oriented and accurate.
• Ability to work outdoors in the elements of nature.
• Self-motivated and multi-task oriented.

• Must be capable of occasional heavy lifting of or carrying of 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment

• Current active Driver’s License, Current TWIC Card

• Work 10 to 12-hour rotating shift, with weekend & on call responsibilities at times.
• Exposed to the elements of nature (heat, cold, rain, ice, sleet, etc).
• Exposed to slip and trip hazards (wires, ropes, hoses, etc).
• Ability to safely perform task wearing required Personal Protective Equipment, such as steal toe shoes, hard hat, goggles, ear protection, gloves, and full face respirator.

Experience:
1 year experience in the marine industry or similar job functions