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).