Job Title: Marine Mechanic
Company: American Commercial Barge Line
Location: Channelview, TX
Job Type: Full-Time; Hourly
Looking to make waves in your career? American Commercial Barge Line is hiring a Marine Mechanic to ensure our towboat fleet stays in top working condition. You'll take charge of inspections, routine maintenance, repair planning, and troubleshooting across all vessel machinery and systems. If you're ready to bring your mechanical expertise to the heart of the inland waterways, this is your opportunity to join a team that keeps America moving!
When you join ACBL... American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.S. Our legacy of providing the nation with the most economical, safest, and greenest mode of transportation dates all the way back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River. We offer a wide range of career paths in both operations and support services. Whether you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.
What you will be doing... Your IMPACT
Perform all work in accordance with ACBL safety & environmental policies
Abide by all ACBL policies, USCG and environmental regulations
Abide by ACBL's Safety Management System for Vessel Engineering, Maintenance and Repair Manual for Engineered and Non-Engineered Vessels.
Maintain all equipment on fleet vessels in proper working order
Make repairs to engines, generators, auxiliary machinery, and other systems on the fleet vessels as needed
Be able to use an electric multi-meter safely to troubleshoot and make repairs
Track, document, and perform necessary routine maintenance on the fleet vessels
Maintain all necessary documentation and other required paperwork (both written & computer) associated with the repairs and maintenance of the fleet vessels
Maintain an inventory of spare parts and materials that are critical for the repairs of fleet vessels and re-order parts as needed
Assist outside vendors as needed to make repairs on the fleet vessels
Assist when needed to make repairs to mainline vessels
Help maintain a pool of support vessels and deliver them to and from mainline vessels as needed
Keep PIC/MMC credentials current and assist as needed with fuel and oil transfers
Develop a working knowledge of the SMS and use for all repairs and daily activities
Be a leader in safety and environmental stewardship in the ACBL fleet
Must be able to be on-call weekends and nights during assigned weeks of call
Perform all other job duties as assigned
What we are looking for...
You will need to have:
Must meet ACBL physical examination requirements
Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
Must possess and maintain an active TWIC
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
5 + years mechanical maintenance experience and repairs of associated equipment.
Must live within reasonable driving distance of assigned location (Employee is responsible for getting themselves to and from work each day)
Even better if you have...
- Prior towboat troubleshooting and repair experience
Reasons you will love working at ACBL ...
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity for career growth within our maritime division.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Safety-oriented work culture.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Well-maintained vessels and equipment.
ACBL Transportation Services LLC
401(k), retirement plan
Aug 15, 2025