Tankerperson Floating Position
Listed on 2026-01-19
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Transportation
Job Description
Ingram Marine Group is seeking a shore Tanker person or those interested in becoming a Tanker person Trainee to join the CFS shore-based team in our Paducah, KY location.
You will be required to live within an hour's radius for consideration due to schedule.
This role offers a truly different kind of workday; one that isn’t spent in an office or at the same jobsite every day. As a Tanker person in a floating position, you’ll work on the river, travel to different locations, and be part of an active, hands‑on operation that keeps critical products moving across the country. If you enjoy being outdoors, working with your hands, and being part of a close‑knit crew in a dynamic environment, this role delivers a work experience that’s both unique and rewarding and far from the typical 9-to‑5 routine.
Whatyou will be doing
- Ensuring safe crew, vessel, and tow operations through usage of Ingram’s and Custom Fuel safety systems, including audits, drills, investigation, safety contacts and safety log postings
- Managing fueling operations including but not limited to fuel, lube, slop and water transfers as well as all other aspects of CFS fueling and supply operations
- Assisting in inspection and maintenance of the boat, both externally and internally
- Providing navigation assistance as directed by the captain
- Assisting in carrying out barge inspections and maintenance
- Responsible for facility housekeeping and maintenance, supply requisitions and inventory control
- Assisting in the safe operation of forklift, crane, and any other equipment that is needed in the operations of Custom Fuel
- Ensuring efficient and safe fueling operations through compliance with all USCG, Custom Fuel Service and IBCO policies and procedures
- Maintaining necessary paperwork and/or document to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
- Responsible for personal hygiene and cleanliness
- Working safely and comply with all safety rules and work practices
- Lead person experience highly preferred
- Able to safely operate aboard a vessel and perform necessary tasks within the safety guidelines
- Ability to respond quickly to unexpected circumstances and safety concerns
- Ability to identify and employ appropriate safety practices in order to manage risks
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Basic computer skills
In this floating Tanker person position, you will be based out of Paducah, KY and travel to some of the following locations:
- Columbus, KY
- Gallapolis, OH
- St. Louis, MO
- Memphis, TN
- Buffalo, IA
- 10/5, 12 hour swing shift
- This position is eligible for overtime
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at
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