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Port Mate

Ingram Barge Company, East Saint Louis, IL, United States


Port Mate

Grow your career with Ingram Marine Group. We are looking for a Port Mate in the Sauget, IL area. You'll have variety on every shift supporting vessels, maintaining docks, and keeping things moving.
Job Description

This role involves transporting crew members and supplies to nearby vessels, as well as maintaining the grounds and vehicles used by Ingram Associates. Candidates must reside in the Sauget area.
What you will be doing:
Transporting/Coordinating crew members and supplies to company vessels via crew boat
Coordinating boardings to vessels for service technicians
General upkeep of dock landing barges and crew boats
Overseeing dock string re-spudding
Maintaining the facility and parking area for appearance and operation
Security for office, company equipment, and vessel personnel parked vehicles
Supporting Custom Fuel Service
Monitoring inventory of landing for restock
Overseeing light duty personnel at times
Supporting vessel crew members
Overseeing Fire Extinguisher Program for all IBCO vessels
Tracking onboard rigging inventory
Overseeing maintenance of crew boats
Overseeing and participating in re-spudding of the fleet and dock barge when moving due to changing river conditions
Supporting all departments after hours with a priority for crew dispatch and our warehouse
Ensuring all vessels at docks are secure
Responsible for housekeeping needs when they arise
Inspecting shore wires and other fleet securement systems
Supporting department activities with regular and prompt attendance
Utilizing Helm for facility inspections, safety meetings, and drills
Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent communication skills are a must.
A high school diploma or GED is required.
At least one year of experience is preferred.
A Forklift certification is required.
TWIC required.
A valid driver's license is required.
Additional Information

Working Environment and Conditions:
Able to bend, stoop and stand for long periods of time
Able to frequently lift, hold, and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Able to safely enter and exit confined spaces, climb ladders up to 70 feet and negotiate uneven and moving surfaces
Able to meet weight and size limits outlined in equipment safety guidelines
Able to board and ride in skiffs/crew boat in order to reach vessels
Able to hear, understand and communicate instructions in English, particularly in emergency situations
Able to work in extreme weather (i.e. heat, cold, snow)
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
In extreme circumstances, may need to lift, hold, or carry equipment weighing up to 85 lbs.
Pay: $26.00 hourly
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at Recruiting@ingrambarge.com
Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates ("Company") is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.
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