Marine Barge & Fleeting Manager

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At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Marathon Petroleum Company (MPC) is currently accepting applications for a Marine Barge & Fleeting Manager. This position will be located in Catlettsburg, KY and will report to the Gulf Coast Marine Operations Support Manager. The Marine Barge & Fleeting Manager is a critical member of Inland Marine Operations, and we are looking for individuals who can contribute to our inclusive work environment.

The Marine Barge & Fleeting Manager is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient management of MPLX’s inland tank barge fleet. This role provides oversight of barge operations, inspections, maintenance, and regulatory compliance, while partnering closely with internal and external stakeholders. As the subject matter expert for barge, fleeting, and dock activities, the Marine Barge & Fleeting Manager plays a critical role in maintaining fleet integrity, operational reliability, and safety across Inland Marine Operations. Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism are critical to this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages MPLX's fleet of inland river tank barges.
• Ensures MPLX's barge fleet remains in compliance with all federal and United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations.
• Manages MPLX Marine's Tank Barge Streamlined Inspection Program (TBSIP) with the USCG.
• Manages all operational, inspection, and maintenance activities for all MPC/MPLX owned and leased barge fleets.
• Serves as Designated Person Ashore (DPA) for all MPLX inland towing vessels.
• Collaborates with Marine Repair Facility personnel to ensure MPLX barge equipment is maintained/repaired in accordance with all federal regulations and timelines.
• Serves as the Barge/Fleeting/Dock subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborates with Maintenance & Engineering and Tankerman Services Group on barge design and construction projects.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card required.
• Ability to obtain Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) inspector accreditations required.
• Ability to obtain MPC Marine Surveyor and Auditor designations required.
• Five (5) years of vessel and terminal operations experience required.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Marathon Petroleum offers competitive salaries and a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.

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Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship  or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
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We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.