Barge Mechanic

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Kirby Inland Marine LP

Channelview, TX (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/2/2026

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Overview Keep all Kirby Inland Marine barges operational in a safe and cost-effective manner. Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance on barges. Regularly inspect all barge operating equipment and perform preventive maintenance as well as repair on equipment.
Drive Company vehicle to barge location and review open barge work order listing and complete open identified items as necessary. Communicate any problems or remaining open items back to Barge Planner as necessary.
Complete inspection and work order reports in order to document findings and completed repairs. Qualifications
Working knowledge of all aspects of barge operating systems and ability to perform preventive maintenance as well as minor repairs to these systems.
Good communication skills.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; climb aboard and move around vessels; climb 90-degree vertical ladders; bend, crawl, and maneuver around tight spaces.
Ability to use and operate normal hand tools as well as certain special repair tools.

Must have a valid Texas driver's license.

High school diploma or GED preferred. Minimum 2 years mechanical experience on vessels and barges.

Basic five days a week, eight hours a day work schedule with some overtime. Weekend on call rotation in conjunction with port engineer.