Afternoon Transloading Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Midwest Tankermen is seeking Shore Tankermen to serve as a crucial component in our nation's supply chain. Our Tankermen work on inland tank barges conducting critical operations and are responsible for protecting the environment by ensuring the safe transfer of liquid hazardous cargo from barge to shore.

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NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Starting Pay Range: $25+/hour with growth opportunities. $30+/hour if applicant already holds Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC)

All applicants must be willing to work on-call and outdoors year-round. Additionally, applicants must be willing to work morning, afternoon and night shifts. 

This position offers full benefits, mileage reimbursement and potential for overtime and promotions.

Major Responsibilities

1. Barge Person In Charge (PIC) and Customer Service – Maintain the security of the barge and adhere to regulatory and operational standards.

2. Product Stewardship – Ensure appropriate handling of transfers and of products.

3. Barge Maintenance and Stewardship – Maintain the reliability of existing and new terminal assets through an established corrective and preventative maintenance program.

4. Excellence – Complete operations with the highest level of safety, quality and efficiency at all times.

Specific Responsibilities

1. Transferring and transloading liquid cargo.

2. Complete established preventative maintenance or corrective repairs on liquid tank barges.

3. Conduct pre-transfer inspections.

4. Monitor product levels, temperature, and condition.

5. Perform general housekeeping at the barge dock.

Additional responsibilities include:

1. Perform other duties as required and directed by management.

2. Carry out and the Business Philosophy, Code of Conduct, Customer Service, and Mission of Midwest Tankermen, Inc.

Traits and Attributes

1. The goal is to be a trusted partner who executes responsibilities diligently, honestly, and reliably.

2. Bring value to the position delivering a collaborative approach utilizing knowledge, skills, and ability to leave the job better than you found it.

3. Maintains a continuous improvement mindset.

4. Must be able to work with or without supervision.

5. Must work well with others.

6. Must be able to work outside in all-weather temperatures and conditions.

7. Must have flexible work availability including overtime and overnight.

Education and Experience

Valid driver’s license and favorable work references are required.

Physical requirements of the job include climbing ladders and stairs, repetitive bending and squatting, and lifting equipment from 10-50 pounds. This position requires outdoor work under all weather conditions.  Since the use of a respirator mask may be required, Shore Tankermen must always be clean-shaven to ensure an effective face seal. All applicants must pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen. 

Reviews

“By far Midwest Tankermen is the best company I have worked for. They take care of their employees and always look out for what is best. They're also open minded to what their employees have to suggest and listen to different ideas. Just all around a great company to work for and it feels like a big family.”

“Great job opportunity with lots of work. HR cares about well being and can be flexible.”

“They are a stable and established employer with valuable employees. They take our safety seriously.”

“I’ve learned over the years in the river industry that it is very rare for a company to be so involved and caring about daily operations of the employees, but MWT has found a way to do it, and it’s a breath of fresh air.”