Tankerman (PIC) - Parker Towing Company

Parker Towing Company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tankerman (PIC) to join our team. As a key member of our crew, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently loading and unloading tank barges, as well as loading, transferring, and discharging liquid and chemical cargoes.

• Safely perform duties as Person-In-Charge (PIC) by loading, transferring, and discharging liquid and chemical products onboard tank barges.
• Carry out duties as a member of the deck crew onboard inland towing vessels and barges.
• Complete Declarations of Inspection (DOIs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and Boat/Barge Load Plans prior to tasks.
• Perform hourly checks of the vessel and engine room and log activity.
• Perform and maintain routine maintenance on vessels and tank barges.
• Report maintenance issues to wheelhouse personnel and the EMS maintenance hotline.
• Understand and apply emergency response procedures, Coast Guard regulations, terminal operating guidelines, machinery operating and repair manuals, and other pertinent information.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with boat and dock personnel by radio, telephone, and voice communications.
• Provide guidance and training to deckhands and new tankermen.
• Assist wheelhouse personnel in completing all safety drills.
• Perform other standard duties, including making tow, transferring rigging, laying rigging, handling lines, shifting barges, dropping or picking up barges, checking the tow, moving and operating portable pumps, assisting in making locks or bridges, assisting in mid-stream transfers, routine housekeeping duties, and general maintenance.

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (T.W.I.C.).
• Valid Merchant Mariners Document endorsed as Tankerman PIC (Barge) DL.
• No spills or violations in the last twelve (12) months.
• Tankerman experience on 30K BBL tank barges is preferred.
• Fundamental knowledge of maintenance procedures, tools, and equipment onboard inland towing vessels and tank barges.
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with office personnel, vessel crew, and dock personnel both verbally and in writing.
• Flexibility to work any schedule.
• Ability to perform routine duties in all types of weather.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to ascend and descend portable ladders and fixed stairs.
• Strength and balance are essential, as you may be required to perform duties on a moving platform.
• Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs.
• Willingness and ability to fly on a commercial airline for crew change.
• Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment physical exam, including the USCG CG-719k Physical.
• Satisfactory completion of a USCG DOT Drug and Alcohol screen, benzene physical, and full-face respirator test.

The job is classified as heavy work, requiring inside and outside work under various normal and adverse weather conditions, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling frequently; walking, climbing reaching over shoulder, hand/eye coordination, twisting, working around unprotected heights, working around moving machinery, repetitive actions with both hands and feet.

Parker Towing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.