Barge Inspector Job at Ingram Barge Company, Houston, TX

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  • Ingram Barge Company
  • Houston, TX

Job Description



Ingram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America's inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet of barges that transport aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products.

We're committed to being the best at whatever we do. We're continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we're successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates.

Job Description



Ingram Barge Company is seeking a Barge Inspector Trainee to join our Barge Maintenance and Repair team in Houston, TX . This Inspector role will assist, learn, and physically perform barge repairs under the direction of the Barge Maintenance and Repair Manager. Barge Inspector Trainees will determine, learn, observe, and execute repair activities and practices of Ingram's dry cargo and liquid cargo barges. Your work ensures our barges are in top-notch condition and keeps our business humming along smoothly for a seamless customer experience. This is a role for those with a focus on customer service and do not mind getting their hands dirty in the process!

 

What you will be doing:

  • Working safely and by the Ingram Way
  • Learning, identifying, and implementing good barge repair practices and Ingram policies
  • Introduction to repair cost estimates and the Ingram P.O. system.
  • Assisting in expediting repairs in a timely manner ensuring quality of work while tracking cost.
  • Exposure and practice to updating the respective customer service group of any changes in completion of repair schedule.
  • Filling in for barge inspectors as needed.
  • Assisting barge inspectors and M&R personnel as directed
  • Supporting department activities with regular and prompt attendance.
  • Introducing, establishing, and maintaining good working relationships with vendors and USCG.
  • Being able to make quick decisions based off learned knowledge and experience
  • Rotating in a Thursday-Thursday on-call schedule with other barge inspectors for designated areas of coverage as needed
  • Responding to calls when inspection/response is needed to initiate the repair process during standard hours of operation, after hours, and weekends as directed.
  • Emergency response and preparation including overnight/ out of state travel

Qualifications

  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • High School diploma or GED required
  • 2+ years in marine industry required
  • Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Confined space training.Knowledge of barges and the marine industry
  • Ability to operate a single & twin outboard engine work boat a plus
  • Ability to safely navigate in and along the inland rivers a plus
  • Background in welding and marine repair policies, practices, and techniques preferred but not required
  • Customer service or maintenance and repair experience preferred.
  • Experience driving with trailers a plus

*Expenses for travel will be reimbursed

Additional Information



All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

  • A competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.
  • Generous paid time off benefits
  • 401K match upon first day of hire
  • Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
  • Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program

 

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. 

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled

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Job Tags

Full time, Traineeship, Night shift, Weekend work,

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