Marine Cargo Inspector jobs in Tacoma, WA

Inspector - Junior

1.0    Corporate Job Title

Inspector - Junior

2.0    Reporting Relationships

Operations Manager

3.0    Position Summary

Performs unsupervised gauging and sampling of shore tanks and sampling of barges and ships. Performs barge inspections under the supervision of an experienced Inspector.  Certifies that field assignments conform to company policies and procedures as well as job specific instructions supplied by the Operations Department.  As company field representative, acts in a professional and dignified manner so as to maintain the company’s respected and trusted reputation.

4.0    Minimum Requirements

No minimum experience necessary.  Requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with good math skills.  Must complete training and pass corresponding theoretical tests and field evaluations.  

•    Must maintain a valid Transportation Worker’s Identification Card (TWIC). Possess and maintain a vehicle in good working order, a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance and registration.

•    Must be dependable, able to work independently and be able to effectively communicate and maintain professional relationships with numerous clients (i.e. terminal and vessel/barge personnel).  

•    Must pass company defined physical requirements.  Must meet and maintain site-specific requirements mandated by customers and/or terminals in order to have access to all facilities. 

5.0    Responsibilities

As instructed by the Operations Department and under the strict guidelines described in the Inspection and ASTM/API manuals:

•    Acts as a Company representative in the field.  Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities as per company policies and procedures.  Maintains regular contact with Operations Department in order to receive work orders and schedules.

•    Effectively communicates all aspects of assigned job duties.  Maintains regular contact with Operations Department, terminals and vessel to avoid delays or conflicts.

•    Obtains, labels and transports samples to the laboratory in a timely manner as required by each specific job assignment.

•    Maintains assigned inspection equipment in good working order and ensures equipment is properly calibrated and stored. 

•    Measures (gauge and temperature) material in shore tanks, performs all required field calculations, completes all required field documentation and submits reports to the Operations Department in a timely manner.  

6.0    Fitness for Duty – Physical Demands

Workday may consist of 8-12 hours; however, this can vary day to day or shift to shift. Much of the work is performed outdoors, wearing full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and could include possible exposure to high and low temperatures for prolonged duration of time.  Work may be performed during day or nighttime hours and may involve working alone.

All times listed below are approximate. 

•    Maximum Lift-Floor to knee; Knuckle to waist; Waist to shoulder

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 2 hours.

•    Walking-

Weight Up to 45 lbs. -Duration/Day Up to 6 hours

•    Pushing-Pulling

Weight Variable-Duration/Day Up to 2 hours

•    Carrying

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 4 hours

•    Ascend/Descend Ladder/Stair

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 2 hours

•    Extended Reach

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 1 hour

•    Standing

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 6 hours

•    Crouch/Squat/Knee

Weight Up to 45 lbs.- Duration/Day Up to 1 hour

•    Tool use

Weight 5-8 lbs. Duration/Day Up to 4 hours

•    Sitting

 Weight N/A-Duration/Day Up to 6 hours

•    Driving-

Weight N/A- Duration/Day Up to 4 hours

All are required to perform this position

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