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By Upper River Services Llc At St.-Paul, New Brunswick, Canada
Other job duties as assigned
Seasonal (early spring - late fall)
Eight (8) hour days, Monday - Friday
Occasional daily overtime and Saturday work required
Occasional Sunday and Holiday work required
Must work outside in varying temperatures and weather conditions, and daylight or darkness
Barge Operator Jobs
By Parkland Corporation At Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Time management skills and the ability work with others as well as unsupervised.
Manage lubes inventory and lube customer requests.
Excellent customer service skills. Ability to work varied shifts. Role will float between Marina's for shift coverage as required.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced changing environment and excellent organizational skills.
The ability to apply good common sense and safety skills to any situation
The ability to apply safety skills to any situation.

Are you looking for a unique and exciting job opportunity? Become a Barge Operator and join a team of professionals who are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of barges on inland waterways. Enjoy the freedom of the open water and the satisfaction of a job well done. Apply now and start your journey to a rewarding career!

Overview:

Barge Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of barges, which are large, flat-bottomed vessels used to transport goods and materials over water. They are responsible for loading and unloading cargo, navigating the vessel, and ensuring the safety of the crew and passengers. They must also be knowledgeable of the laws and regulations governing the operation of barges.

How To Become an Barge Operator:

To become a Barge Operator, you must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. You must also have experience in the maritime industry, such as working as a deckhand or mate on a barge. Additionally, you must be certified by the U.S. Coast Guard as a Barge Operator.

Barge Operator Skills:

• Knowledge of maritime laws and regulations
• Ability to navigate a vessel
• Ability to operate and maintain barge equipment
• Ability to load and unload cargo
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What is Barge Operator Knowledge?

• Knowledge of maritime laws and regulations
• Knowledge of navigation and chart reading
• Knowledge of barge equipment and operations
• Knowledge of loading and unloading cargo
• Knowledge of safety procedures
• Knowledge of weather and sea conditions

What is Barge Operator Responsibilities?

• Operate and maintain barge equipment
• Load and unload cargo
• Navigate the vessel
• Monitor weather and sea conditions
• Follow safety procedures
• Maintain records and logs
• Communicate with other vessels

What is Barge Operator Experience?

• Experience in the maritime industry
• Experience operating and maintaining barge equipment
• Experience loading and unloading cargo
• Experience navigating a vessel
• Experience following safety procedures
• Experience maintaining records and logs

What is Barge Operator Qualifications?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• U.S. Coast Guard certification
• Experience in the maritime industry
• Knowledge of maritime laws and regulations
• Ability to operate and maintain barge equipment

Barge Operator Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• U.S. Coast Guard certification
• Maritime industry training
• Safety training
• Navigation and chart reading courses

Tools to Help Barge Operator Work Better:

• Navigation software
• Weather forecasting software
• Electronic charting systems
• Automated cargo loading systems
• Automated vessel tracking systems
• Automated safety systems

Good Tips to Help Barge Operator Do More Effectively:

• Stay up to date on maritime laws and regulations.
• Monitor weather and sea conditions.
• Follow safety procedures at all times.
• Maintain accurate records and logs.
• Communicate with other vessels.
• Inspect and maintain barge equipment regularly.

Common Barge Operator Interview Questions:

• What experience do you have in the maritime industry?
• What is your experience operating and maintaining barge equipment?
• How familiar are you with maritime laws and regulations?
• What safety procedures do you follow when operating a barge?
• How do you ensure the accuracy of records and logs?