Summary: 

The Marine Dispatcher is in charge of the scheduling and movement throughout the facility. This position reports to the Shift Supervisor.

Essential duties and responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duties satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below: 

Assume the responsibilities of the traffic department after hours and on weekend/holidays. Attend daily traffic meeting to report and receive information on ongoing/future operation product movements and maintenance projects. Have the knowledge and skill to work accurately in ATOMS, P.V. site, MIMI, ATOMS Light Designate and call barges/vessels to specific docks along with input from Shift Supervisor and A­ Operator. Assist Supervisor in designating which pipelines to use for each move to obtain optimum use of all pipelines. Figure stop gauges/top offs on shore tanks loading/discharging and compare stop gauges/top offs with operators to insure accuracy. Monitor stop gauges/top offs and communicate with foreman/operators about time the stop gauges/top offs will occur. Inform inspectors, agents, and other interested parties of important information concerning barges, vessels, transfers, pipelines, or any other moves to avoid delays. Maintain time sheets, vessel tender logs, and any other documents of importance. Monitor line stripping, barge/vessel moves, transfers, tank car/tank truck moves, pipeline moves, SAAB alarms to insure proper handling and predict stops, top offs, etc. Constantly monitor and update SAAB alarms/leak detection programs and check settings at start of each shift. Review and check all paperwork/ATOMS completed orders to verify all information is recorded correctly before forwarding to the Customer Service Department. Review steam and varecs checks, mixer checks, and radio checks for accuracy. Assist Shift Supervisor in directing employees. Perform all other duties as needed or required by the Shift Supervisor.

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

Basic understanding of industrial operations and basic mathematical ability. Have good communication skills and a good working relationship with other HFOTCO employees, customers, inspectors, agents, barge/vessel personnel, and any other personnel conducting business with HFOTCO Ability to read and comprehend Standard Operating Procedures, MSDS sheets and other technical documents. High School Diploma or GED. Must be available for on-call as scheduled Must have a valid Driver’s license Must be able to obtain a TWIC card

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Oil & gas industry experience. Ability to use a variety of light to heavy tools necessary to conduct plant operations. Ability to operate crane and other equipment necessary for loading and unloading product. Ability to operate all types of company vehicles...

 

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds. Ability to work outdoors in changing climate conditions and a plant environment. Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing. Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protections, footwear, FRC). Ability to work at elevated heights. Will have to climb stairs and ladders.