SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Assist fleet capacity and traffic management, fleet operations, record keeping and billing, facility management and up-keep and facility security by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

FLEET OPERATIONS/ADMINISTRATION:

• Coordinate vessel arrivals and departures.
• Project fleet traffic and plan fleet capacity based on information attained from BMS company computer network, communications with vessels, and communications with vessel dispatch.
• Direct barge placement in fleet and removal from fleet with BMS and outside vessels.
• Communicate with vessels utilizing VHF radio and telecommunications.
• Maintain electronic fleeting logs.
• Generate billing invoices and maintain statistical reports as developed by management.
• Assist vessels in securing barges within the fleet and on the shoreline.
• Continuously monitor barge, vessel, dock, barge mooring, and shoreline conditions; report and correct issues or coordinate efforts to correct issues when necessary.
• Operate fleet equipment when necessary: utility vehicle, forklift, and other equipment as necessary.
• Communicate completely all aspects of fleet operations and security with shift relief at each turnover through the use of written and verbal communication.
• Perform other duties as directed by Fleet Manager.

FACILITY MANAGEMENT:

• Inspect facility for cleanliness; maintain and coordinate facility cleanliness.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on facility and equipment, when necessary, coordinate maintenance and repairs when unable to complete with fleet personnel.
• Maintain warehouse and vessel stores; receive and dispense supplies to vessels.
• Maintain disposal areas; coordinate with waste disposal companies to remove waste.
• Maintain equipment logs; maintain, coordinate maintenance, and record maintenance on fleet equipment.
• Assist other departments as necessary to ensure safe and timely operations at WEB Fleeting.

FLEET SECURITY:

• Maintain familiarity with security requirements per 33 CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter H, Part 105.
• Maintain familiarity with Facility Security Plan (FSP).
• Acquire and maintain certification as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) as required by the FSP.
• Perform all duties associated with the FSP, including but not limited to:

1. Maintain port security awareness according to the current MARSEC level.
2. Inspect and maintain all security equipment.
3. Monitor all points of entry into the facility; screen personnel and goods entering and exiting the facility per USCG regulations and the FSP.
4. Maintain secure areas.
5. React to and report security issues per USCG regulations and the FSP.
6. All additional aspects of facility security as required by USCG regulations and the FSP.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to read, write and speak clearly in the English language.
• High School diploma or GED required; College preferred.
• 5 years of experience in marine transportation, operations, or related field
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of Marine Transportation operations.
• Proficiency in or knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including but not limited to Excel and Microsoft Word software.

• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Knowledge of office administration procedures.
• Ability to operate most standard office equipment.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Proficient spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Excellent telephone and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Requires being on call 24 hours a day for any Dispatch or Fleet issues.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must possess a valid TWIC card.
• Position requires ability to continually work a 7 day on/7 day off 12 hour per day shift work schedule, including weekends and holidays.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Will have exposure to “field” environments, such as barge fleet, warehouse, shipyard, vessel, etc.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires driving a vehicle as necessary for errands and business-related meetings. Employees and/or applicant must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History check and possess and maintain a current valid driver's license in their state of residence. Requires occasional travel (once or twice each month) by automobile or airplane.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

To view the physical requirements and full job description, please visit www.blessey.com/careers

Blessey Marine Services, Inc. is an EOE and drug free workplace.