Tank Barge PIC

Responsibilities include: Walk 2-3 miles per day. Step 2ft vertical and 2ft horizontal. Reach: Must be able to extend arms fully, throughout a normal range of motion both in a horizontal and vertical plane. Climb: Must be able to climb a 90-degree vertical ladder 25-30 ft. Lift 60-75 pounds and carry it approximately 500 ft. Vision: Color vision and eyesight sufficient to pass an eye test as required to obtain a merchant mariners document. Hearing: Hearing as required to obtain a merchant mariners document. Speech: Must be able to verbally communicate in the English language both in delivery and ability to be understood. Reading/Writing: Must be able to communicate by reading and writing in the English language. Smell: A sense of smell sufficient to be able to detect the presence of potentially dangerous chemical vapors.

Pulmonary Function: Must pass a pulmonary function test with a minimum score of 80% with physician's approval. Physical Condition and Ability to Wear: Gloves, goggles, rubber boots, slicker suit, steel-toes boots, hard hat, five-minute escape pack, negative pressure respirator or positive pressure respirator. General: Must be able to drive to and from hub cities. Must be able to endure harsh environment, which includes extreme temperature, rain, ice, sleet, wind wave action and long hours during transfers. Ability to use firefighting/spill containment equipment communicates with dock personnel, maintain documentation, and assist in training new personnel. Maintenance functions ability to assist with engine and generator room maintenance. Ability to qualify for all federal and state standards and qualify for licenses and documents. Ability to perform all duties while wearing protective equipment. Mental/Emotional: Living and working in close quarters. Length of time away from family. Ability to communicate in English teach, use radio, and coordinate with dock personnel. Ability to understand written and verbal orders. Comprehension of essential information spill containment and cleanup, MSDS and emergency action information. Video training widely used i.e. safety meeting, Benzene training. Possible Non-Essential Functions: Swimming, cooking, and washing clothes.

Qualifications: Tank Barge PIC: A Tank Barge PIC License is REQUIRED. Tank Barge PICTRAINEE: No License Required.

License Requirements: Must possess a valid and current merchant mariners document with a Tank Barge PIC endorsement under 46 CFR 12/20 et seq. and a current and valid driver's license.

Education Requirements: Must pass a company-approved test. In addition, must have successfully completed Kirby Corporation's training school for Tank Barge PIC. Benzene Regulations: Must be able to pass certification requirements of 46 CFR Part 197 Subpart C Benzene. Drug Regulations: Must be able to satisfy all United States Coast Guard Chemical Drug Testing Programs for Vessel Personnel as found in 46 CFR Part 16. Physical Examination: In the event Kirby Corporation extends a conditional offer of employment, the employee will be subject to a physical examination by a physician appointed by Kirby Corporation. Physical and Mental Requirements: Necessary to safely undertake the essential functions of this position.