Job Details
** Cleaner, Barge**
**Job Category****:** Ops&Prod **Requisition Number****:** CLEAN002021 Showing 1 location **Job Details**
**Description**
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):**
**BARGE CLEANING AND STRIPPING OPERATIONS**
Identify cargo contained in barge set for cleaning
Determine where cargo is to be transferred based on cargo type, amount, and available storage
Work under chemical hygienist and marine chemist to test tanks for vapor toxicity and LELs to ensure that
levels are below the level required for safe entry
Enter into the tanks of the barges to pump or rag out residual cargo
Inspect barge ensuring it is cleaned to customer specifications
Prepare the dock or facility side for loading/discharging liquid petroleum cargoes as per facility loading
instructions. This includes performing line-up of pipelines, opening/closing valves, and
connection/disconnection of transfer hoses and loading arms
Connect and disconnect cargo hoses/loading arms to facilitate the safe transfer of liquid petroleum cargo
to/from the Vessel/Barge/Shore tank/Tank Truck
Continuously monitor transfer utilizing float gauges, maintaining documentation of cargo transfer history,
vessel/shore communications, and various other transfer system components such as tank cars
Acquire and fill out various required paperwork and reports relating to the transfer
Continuously monitors and document the volume of product moving between vessel(s) and shore keeping
all involved parties informed of the transfer status
Monitor cargo tank capacities
Operate equipment for the recovery of vapors during cargo transfer when required
Light and operate vapor combustor
Perform gauging and sampling duties and assists company personnel, inspectors, product samplers and
dock supervisors as needed
Ability to use firefighting equipment and spill containment equipment
**FACILITY MAINTENANCE**
Upkeep and repair of pumps used to transfer cargo
Inspection of hoses for wear and failures
Inspection of tanks and truck rack
Inspect rainwater for clarity and discharge
**JANITORIAL DUTIES**
Clean the bathroom in office
General cleaning around office
Cleaning around the grounds
**DRIVE A COMPANY VEHICLE / MAKE DELIVERIES AS NEEDED**
All Kirby employees who have the possibility of driving a Kirby vehicle must complete defensive driving
when required
Upkeep of Kirby vehicles including fueling, general maintenance, and washing
**SECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES**
PICs will be required to be familiarized and understand the cleaning facility security requirements
PICs are responsible for continuous monitoring for security concerns:
o Logging in contract workers, truck delivery drivers and Kirby personnel
o Vehicle and facility screening for suspicious cargo
o Barge inspections for suspicious items
o Monitoring the access gate and granting people entry.
**SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES**
Ability to work with the certified industrial hygienist and marine chemist
Ability to operate, calibrate and log information using the gas monitor
Be trained in the use of all necessary Personal Protective Equipment. Job requires use of a respirator on a
daily basis (NO FACIAL HAIR)
Follow all safety requirements and training as required by Kirby and Supervisors
**ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS**
Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds up to 300 feet
Basic Verbal communication skills:
o Ability to communicate start and stop times with dispatchers
o Ability to conduct verbal questioning for security purposes
o Ability to communicate with industrial hygienist and marine chemist
Basic writing skills:
o Be able to write legibly in English
o Fill out forms and logs for inspections and record keeping
Ability to follow directions from Facility supervisors, Industrial Hygienist, and marine chemist
Must adhere to all Company policies
Must remain drug and alcohol free at all times while on Kirby property or during course and scope of
company business
**QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS**
High school diploma or GED preferred
Must pass physical designed to test for ability to work in conditions specific to this job
Ability to drive company vehicles (Valid Texas drivers license required)
**Physical Requirements**
Walking with and/or carrying tools while crossing pipes, ledges, sills, catwalks and/or climbing ladders and
gangways, 10-50 lbs., distances up to 150 feet
Walking over and or on uneven surfaces; slippery or uneven footing
Lifting from floor, 0-40 lbs.
Lifting heavy bulky objects, 0-80 lbs.
Lifting heavy weights, 0-45 lbs.
Lifting from knuckle to chest height, 0-50 lbs.
Lifting from floor to above shoulder height, 0-40 lbs.
Bending, stretching, twisting and reaching out, 0-50 lbs.
Pushing, pulling loads/cables/lines/ropes over 5 - 10 feet, 50lbs of torque
Carrying objects/weights for distances up to 15, 0-45 lbs., and potentially slippery/uneven surfaces
Balancing on uneven surfaces while carrying load, 10 lbs. tool bags/hose slings
Ladder climbing 2-12 feet
Stair/Gangway climbing 2-50 feet with load (max 45 degree incline), 10 lbs.
Turn valves - small diameter, large diameter while reaching, medium force required
Tightening nuts/bolts (singly and simultaneously with both hands), medium force required
Turning Valve Wheels (2 hands used), medium force required
Enter/exit stairways and gangways (agility, balance)
Wearing required PPE while performing any task above. (I.e. respirators, goggles, etc.)
Proper use and fit of respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus
Temperature extremes (environmental)
Vision adequate for minimum or very dim light (environmental and night time work)
Hear verbal commands/both ears/> 10 ft. distance/noise levels, noise >85 dB TWA ear protection
required
Dust, fumes, vapors, gases, particulates (environmental and chemical)
**Skills**
**Education**
**Required**
High School or better.
**Experience**