Tankerman

Pilot Thomas Logistics (PTL) has been one of North America's premier petroleum solution providers for more than 70 years. We enjoy helping our customers achieve goals and making a difference in the communities we serve.

If one or more of the following below describes you, then now is the time to Join Our Team!

• A highly accountable team player?
• Consistent and someone who likes to follow a routine or checklist?
• Factual and informative when communicating?
• Precise, thorough, and exacting in your work product?

Summary:

The Tankerman oversees cargo transfer operations which are covered by laws and regulations of the U.S. Coast Guard and other federal and local government agencies. Provides safe, pollution-free and efficient cargo movement and transfer.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all equipment and products on the barge.
• Confers with and receives orders from the Pilot.
• Moves cargo from one compartment to another within the barges.
• Loads cargo to the proper barge draft.
• Maintenance of machinery on vessel and barges (pumps, pump engines, winches, etc.).
• Work with complex pumping diagrams, pumps, valves, etc.
• Respond in a safe, efficient manner to mitigate pollution or damage in any shipboard emergency (hatch overflow or holes in the barges).
• Assist with fueling operations.
• Load and unload stores for customers.
• Assist the operator on vessel inspections.
• Report any problems or discrepancies noted during daily operations.
• Security awareness and reporting.
• Chipping and painting maintenance on the boat.
• Repairs flame screens and cleans pressure vacuum valves on the barge.
• Greases winches and other equipment.
• Clean and scour the boat.
• Keep the barge clean and free of worn out or unneeded equipment.
• Ensure all equipment is properly stowed.
• Make up the tow and stand lookout.
• Compliance with the company Safety Management System (SMS), and familiar with company policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations and abide by them.

Minimum Requirements:

• Certificates, licenses and registrations required.
• Computer skills required.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Writes clearly and informatively, able to read and interpret written information.
• Follows policies and procedures, supports organization's goals and values.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Meets productivity standards, completes work in a timely manner.
• Observes safety and security procedures.

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Prior experience or training related to tankerman activities.

Working Conditions:

• Required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Work near moving mechanical parts.
• Work in high precarious places and around fumes.
• Required to lift/push/carry items more than 50 pounds.

• Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather).
• Continual exposure to outside weather conditions and extreme heat or cold (non-weather).

• Occasional exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials.

• Frequently very loud noise.
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used

• Paid weekly
• Competitive pay rates available
• DOT positions are compensated through paid by load (PBL), cents per gallon (CPG), or hourly. Based on the position, market, YOE, and/or managers discretion
• Non-DOT/Corporate positions are compensated through salary, hourly, and/or incentive plans. Based on the position, market, YOE, and/or managers discretion
• All full-time positions are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Voluntary AD&D, Voluntary Life, Spousal Life, Dependent Life, Matching 401(k), Health/Dependent FSA and Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) elections are effective following 30 days of employment. You will be automatically enrolled at 3% and there is an automatic increase each year until you reach 10%
• Paid holidays and accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Sign-on bonus, housing, and/or relocation assistance available for specific locations
• Schedules and shifts vary by location and are subject to change