Mechanic, Barge at Kirby Inland Marine LP in Channelview, Texas

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform routine maintenance on barges. Regularly inspect all barge operating equipment and perform preventive maintenance as well as repair on equipment.


• Drive Company vehicle to barge location and review open barge work order listing and complete open identified items as necessary. Communicate any problems or remaining open items back to Barge Planner as necessary.


• Complete inspection and work order reports in order to document findings and completed repairs.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS

• Working knowledge of all aspects of vessel operating systems and ability to perform preventative maintenance as well as minor repairs to these systems.


• Good communication skills.


• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; climb aboard and move around vessels; climb 90-degree vertical ladders; bend, crawl and maneuver around tight spaces.


• Ability to use and operate normal hand tools as well as certain special repair tools. Must have a valid Texas driver’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Basic five days a week, eight hours a day work schedule with some overtime.  Weekend on call rotation in conjunction with port engineer.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education       High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience     Minimum 2 years mechanical experience on vessels and barges.

Experience

Required

• Minimum 2 years experience in the marine transportation industry with at least 2 years in maintenance and repair.

Education

Preferred

• High School or better

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