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Blessey Marine Services, Inc.

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Since 1978, Blessey Marine has been the leading inland tank barge and towboat operator. Blessey Marine plies the Inland Waterways of the Central United States.

Blessey Marine Services owns and operates one of the youngest multi-faceted inland tank barge and towing vessel fleets in the United States.Our mission is to safely and efficiently transport our customers' liquid bulk cargoes throughout the navigable inland waterways. Our primary cargoes include residual fuels, asphalt, lubricating oils, petroleum feedstocks, refined petroleum products, petrochemicals, alcohols, and LNG. Predominantly a "Unit Tow" company, Blessey Marine safely transports its customers' liquid products up and down the Mississippi and all of its navigable tributaries and canals.

11/05/2026

Congratulations to our shoreside and vessel employees on your work anniversaries! Your effort and commitment are at the heart of Blessey Marine’s success. We’re grateful for all you do and proud to honor these milestones with you.

11/03/2026

"Fallback" week hits a little different on the water… ⏰

When Daylight Savings ends, 5:00 PM starts looking like midnight, searchlights click on early, and the radars take over the horizon. Between stepping onto the 1800 watch and adjusting to the cooler evening air on deck, navigating the seasonal shift is all part of keeping the tow moving 24/7.

But hey... An extra hour of sleep on shift change day? We’ll take it!

10/31/2026

Captains steering the wheel, deckhands handling the lines, and our families back home running the candy routes! Wishing everyone a scary-good Halloween! 🎃

10/27/2026

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10/22/2026

Educated, experienced, & dedicated. When it comes to bunker barge operations, we're here to set the standard.

10/20/2026

We take great pride in our comprehensive in-house crew training program, designed to foster skill development and excellence. Our training program consists of four distinct tiers, each aimed at equipping our crew members with the necessary expertise and knowledge:

1. Deckhand School
2. Tankerman Training
- Port Tankerman
- Training Barge/Heater School/Clean Cargo Tank
3. Wheelman Training
- Simulator
- Captains' Meetings
- Internal / Nav Audits
4. Crew Training
- Onboard by Captain and Crew
- Hands-on Training
- How-Tube Videos

10/15/2026

With over 80 towboats pushing hard on the water every day, each one carries a legacy on its bow. Think you know our Blessey fleet? Spot the vessel in the photo and drop the name below!

10/13/2026

We are hiring a Night Vessel Dispatcher in Channelview, TX!
Click the link to apply: https://www.blessey.com/application

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Review vessel logs for accuracy assuring all required vessel trip events are correctly entered.
• Track each barge assigned daily, gather relevant information, and report the status of dock orders, dock schedules, loadings, discharges, cleanings and repairs to Marketing; including estimated start and completion times, following up on status to assure estimated times are met and communicating changes in status and schedules promptly.
• Coordinate vessel utilization, routing and turns with Operations, Maintenance, Personnel, Sales, and all other departments as necessary including the confirmation of orders to vessels.
• Communicate vessel positions, E.T.A.’s, orders and docking schedules with loading and discharge facilities.
• Review and distribute orders and order changes from Marketing to vessels.
• Arrange and coordinate with approved vendors outside tankering services for loading and discharging barges as necessary.
• Arrange and coordinate barge tank preparations (stripping of previous cargo and/or cargo tank cleaning) as directed prior to loading.
• Arrange and coordinate third-party shifting, fleeting, towing, and tug assists as necessary.
• Receive and communicate with all appropriate departments and vessels operational information, including vessel delays, changes in orders, dock scheduling, cargoes or quantities of cargoes, Initial Reports of Incident, boat and barge maintenance issues and all other pertinent information 24 hours per day, seven days per week, working on a shift basis.
• Employ problem solving skills and methods in resolving operational issues.
• Prepare, communicate, and receive accurate “pass-down” of orders and issues when assuming, and ending shifts, including, but not limited to, pending orders, barge cleaning and repair status, docks that need to be called, etc. to ensure on-coming shift personnel can seamlessly continue to manage vessel dispatch operations.
• Manage fleet and warehouse operations throughout the night utilizing established policies
and procedures.
• Prepare and distribute daily administrative reports.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be able to read, write and speak clearly in the English language.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• College degree in Transportation, Logistics, Business or similar field preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of Marine Transportation experience preferred.
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of Marine Transportation administration.
• Proficiency in or knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including but not limited to Excel and Microsoft Word software.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Knowledge of office administration procedures.
• Ability to operate most standard office equipment.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Proficient spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Excellent telephone and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Must be able to work a 7 day on and 7 day off schedule from 5:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

10/13/2026

We are hiring a Boat Maintenance Port Engineer in Harahan, LA!

Click the link to apply: https://www.blessey.com/application

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Effectively implement the company’s maintenance and repair plan to ensure that boats are in excellent condition and ready for safe operation by the crew. Duties range from performing periodic inspections to troubleshooting equipment problems to performing hands-on mechanical and electrical repairs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Set up and oversee shipyard repair & maintenance.
• Facilitate US Coast Guard, ABS & other inspections.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Train boat crew members on repair and maintenance activities that are assigned to them.
• Conduct periodic boat inspections, report all findings, and work to resolve all issues in a timely,
efficient, and effective manner.
• Help with the construction of new boats by participating in shipyard inspection visits, overseeing
machinery commissioning, training crew members, etc.
• Communicate effectively with the maintenance planners and administrators to make sure that all
work is thoroughly and correctly entered into the management information system.
• Participate in periodic weekend and holiday on-call rotation for the boat maintenance department,
also assuming the communication duties of the maintenance planners while on-call.
• When assigned to major/extended repair jobs, assume the following project management duties: survey the boat and compile comprehensive work lists, help to prepare cost projections, coordinate and schedule work by the shipyard and other vendors, and manage all work effectively to stay on schedule and under budget.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be able to read, write, and speak clearly in the English language.
• High School diploma or GED and good mechanical aptitude required.
• Five (5) plus years of commercial marine repair and maintenance experience; experience
managing repair jobs at shipyards is also desirable.
• General knowledge of steel hull construction and repair, mechanical equipment (pumps, diesel
engines, compressors, etc.), and electrical equipment (generators, switchgear, motors, etc.).
• Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including but not limited to Microsoft
Outlook, Excel, and Word.

10/13/2026

For over 100 years, the Jones Act has been the backbone of American maritime, guaranteeing that our inland waterways are powered by domestic vessels and skilled American mariners. 🇺🇸

CEO Clark Todd shares why this essential legislation matters, not just for Blessey Marine, but for the safety, supply chains, and strength of our nation.

Address

1515 River Oaks Road E
Harahan, LA
70123

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15047341156

Website

http://www.blessey.com/, https://www.blessey.com/application

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