Ingram Barge Company

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PortEngineer

$65–85k ~AI est. Paducah, Kentucky, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Port Engineer at Ingram Barge Company. Skills: Vessel maintenance, Repair coordination, Cost control. Ensure equipment is maintained. Coordinate vessel maintenance”

What You'll Achieve.

Keep vessels operating safely; Keep vessels operating efficiently; Meet USCG regulations; Meet Ingram's standards

Industry & Context.

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Problems you'll solve

Problem solving; Troubleshoot problems; Resolve problems

Eligibility Requirements

Physical ability to transit work environments, Lifting, Climbing, Confined spaces, Maneuver hazardous areas, Work in extreme weather, Walking on uneven surfaces, Traveling to other facilities, On-call 24 hours, Weekend schedule, Holiday schedule

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Associate's degree, 2-3 years experience, Valid driver's license, Working knowledge of engines, Working knowledge of gears, Working knowledge of generators, Working knowledge of hydraulics, Working knowledge of basic electrical, Intermediate computer skills, Microsoft Office programs, Knowledge of mechanical equipment, Knowledge of electrical equipment, Ability to manage projects, Ability to coordinate projects, Creative problem-solving skills, Ability to troubleshoot remotely, Ability to resolve problems remotely, Ability to communicate with crew, Ability to collaborate with crew, Ability to communicate with operations, Ability to collaborate with operations, Ability to communicate with safety, Ability to collaborate with safety, Ability to communicate with vendors, Ability to collaborate with vendors, Ability to communicate with USCG, Ability to collaborate with USCG

Nice to Have

Technical school education preferred, Diesel college education preferred

What You'll Do.

Ensure equipment is maintained

Coordinate vessel maintenance

Coordinate vessel repairs

Coordinate vessel down time

Assist Chief Engineer

Attend staff meetings

Attend overhaul meetings

Manage maintenance records

Assist with communications

Troubleshoot problems

Train junior engineers

Control maintenance cost

Communicate IBCO standards

Communicate IBCO policies

Collaborate with operations

Schedule vessel maintenance

Schedule vessel repairs

Support department activities

Perform special assignments

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Vessel crew; Operations; Safety; Vendors; USCG

Communication Scope

Oral communication; Written communication

Process & Methodology

Manage multiple projects

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