Fleet Utility Worker

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).