Port Engineer - Inland Marine

The midstream segment of the energy industry is a critical business and at Genesis Energy we know how to capitalize on emerging opportunities. Thats why we look for people who are creative in spirit entrepreneurial by nature and customerfocused in practice. Think you have what it takes to join our team Genesis Energy employees are a diverse collection of specialized professionals with backgrounds and experiences from companies of all sizes. Our employees and work locations are spread across the United States as far west as Texas north to Wyoming and east to Florida. We are committed to the highest health safety and environmental standards to protect our employees our business assets and the communities in which we operate and invest.

Key Duties:

• Works with Manager Fleet Inland Maintenance to direct supervise and monitor planned and unplanned repairs on tank barge fleet working within established budgets and time frames.
• Oversees all regulatory inspections for tank barge fleet. Addresses and corrects any issues arising from inspections.
• Collects bids for major shipyard work & tracks financials for assigned projects.
• Monitors the contractor and/or shipyard during maintenance & repair projects.
• Conducts onsite surveys of vessels / barges & equipment to determine maintenance and repair needs.
• Coordinates the purchasing of parts and services for repair and maintenance projects.
• Responds to emergency calls during weekends holidays and nights.
• Assists with the development of planned maintenance budgets.
• Manages and maintains records for preventative maintenance program.
• Provides backup support to maintenance staff for vacations illnesses and as otherwise needed.
• Serves as backup for vessel maintenance and repair issues.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal barge operation regulations.
• Adheres to all company policies.

Required Skills Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must live in or within 50 miles of New Orleans LA
• 3 years of experience maintaining tugs or barges preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience repairing heaters/boilers preferred.
• Proficient in Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of oil transportation and marine industry preferred.
• Knowledge of tugs and barge maintenance systems and equipment.
• Ability to repair marine equipment on site under adverse conditions.
• Ability to deal with others using courtesy tact and good judgment.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive communications.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various states.
• Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance.
• Ability to get along with office staff and vessel crewmembers.
• Must be physically fit enough to board barges and tugs.
• Must have or be able to secure a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card to obtain access to restricted facility areas.
• Valid drivers license with a good driving record.

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