Overview This shoreside position involves various facility and fleet maintenance and upkeep duties. The job does not require service as a crew member for the operation of any specific vessel. Responsibilities • Line handling. • Coordinate fleet services. • Coordinate facility services. • General upkeep of fleet grounds. • General upkeep of facility grounds. • Purchase supplies for day-to-day operations. • Complete projects assigned by fleet maintenance coordinator. • Maintain inventory of emergency supplies. • Maintain inventory/readiness of hurricane response equipment. • Coordinate daily management of waste facilities, including trash and oil. • Perform carpentry work. • Operate small equipment including lawn equipment, tractors, ATVs. • All other duties as assigned. Qualifications • Ability to obtain CDL if necessary. • Ability to work weekends if needed. • Light carpentry skills. • General construction and repair knowledge. • Basic computer skills. Competencies: • Safety Procedures and Practices: Understanding and implementing safety protocols, including emergency procedures, hazardous material handling, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. • Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Identifying and resolving issues related to barge safety, equipment, and cargo operations, requiring critical thinking and analytical abilities. • Adaptability and Flexibility: The ability to work in diverse environments, handle unexpected situations, and adapt to changing priorities. • Teamwork and Collaboration: Working effectively with other inspectors, vessel personnel, and stakeholders to ensure smooth and safe operations. Education: • High school diploma or GED. Experience: • Deckhand experience preferred. • Mechanical and construction experience preferred. Special Requirements: • Ability to adapt to changing weather conditions. • Ability to work around water. Physical Activities & Requirements: • Work Classification: Medium work—lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. • Pushing/Pulling: Requires occasional pushing/pulling of equipment or tools (e.g., moving hoses, adjusting fittings) up to 50 pounds, typically 1-2 hours per shift. • Standing: 6-8 hours per day during inspections and repairs on barges. • Walking: 2-3 hours per day, navigating barge decks and dock areas. • Sitting: 1-2 hours per day, primarily during documentation or breaks. • Frequent climbing of ladders or stairs to access barge decks (up to 10 times per shift). • Occasional crawling or movement through enclosed spaces (e.g., void tanks, cargo compartments) during internal inspections, typically 1-2 hours per shift. • Other Physical Demands: Must be capable of occasional heavy lifting or carrying of 50 pounds (e.g., tools, equipment). Working Conditions: • Office Environment: Minimal office work; primarily uses a shared office space at the Channelview facility for documentation (e.g., barge inspection forms, stripping logs), equipped with standard office equipment (computer, printer). Physical Environment: • Primarily outdoors on barges and docks, exposed to weather conditions including temperature extremes (e.g., summer heat up to 100°F, winter lows around 30°F in Channelview). • Works 10 to 12-hour rotating shifts with occasional weekend and on-call responsibilities. • Exposure to marine environments, including potential for wet/slippery surfaces, noise from barge operations, and occasional chemical exposure (mitigated by PPE).