Port Engineer Marine Vessels Offshore

The midstream segment of the energy industry is a critical business, and at Genesis Energy, we know how to capitalize on emerging opportunities. That’s why we look for people who are creative in spirit, entrepreneurial by nature and customer-focused 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.
• Oversee all regulatory inspections for tank barge fleet. Address and correct any issues arising from inspections.
• Collects bids for major shipyard work.
• Coordinate 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.
• Manage and maintain 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 Staten Island, NY, New Orleans, LA or Houston, TX.
• 3 years of experience maintaining tugs or barges.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Computer skills: Word and Excel
• Knowledge of oil transportation and marine industry.
• 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.
• 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.

Genesis Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employee's and applicant's disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to apply through this site because of a disability. Contact Genesis Human Resources to discuss reasonable accommodations by sending an email to hr@genlp.com.