LNG Tankerman PIC (Person-In-Charge)
About this role

LNG Tankerman PIC (Person-in-Charge)
TOTE Services | Maritime Operations | Full-Time
Lead Safe, Efficient LNG Fuel Operations at Sea
TOTE Services is seeking a highly skilled and safety-driven LNG Tankerman PIC to support LNG bunkering and fuel transfer operations aboard vessels and marine terminals. This role is critical to ensuring the safe handling, transfer, and management of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in compliance with all regulatory and company standards.
As a key member of our maritime operations team, you will play an essential role in supporting clean energy initiatives and next-generation vessel fueling, ensuring operational excellence while maintaining the highest level of safety and environmental stewardship.
If you bring strong technical expertise, a safety-first mindset, and experience in LNG or petroleum transfer operations, we encourage you to apply.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as Person-in-Charge (PIC) for all LNG transfer and bunkering operations
- Ensure compliance with all USCG regulations, company policies, and safety procedures
- Conduct and supervise pre-transfer meetings, checklists, and safety briefings
- Monitor LNG transfer operations, ensuring safe flow rates, pressure control, and emergency readiness
- Coordinate closely with vessel crews, terminal operators, and shore-side personnel
- Perform routine inspections, testing, and maintenance checks of LNG systems and equipment
- Respond to and manage emergency situations, ensuring proper shutdown procedures are followed
- Maintain accurate logs, reports, and documentation for all transfer activities
- Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
- Tankerman PIC endorsement (Liquefied Gas preferred)
- Experience with LNG or petroleum transfer operations
- Strong understanding of hazardous material handling and safety procedures
- Knowledge of USCG, OSHA, and relevant maritime regulations
- Ability to work in high-risk environments with strict safety protocols
- Strong communication and situational awareness skills
- Ability to work rotational schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with LNG bunkering operations
- STCW endorsements (as applicable)
- Familiarity with cryogenic systems and LNG-specific equipment
- Prior experience working with marine terminals or vessel fueling operations
Compensation & Benefits
TOTE Services offers a competitive compensation package aligned with experience and qualifications, along with comprehensive benefits designed to support you and your family.
- Competitive pay (based on experience and credentials)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and rotational schedule flexibility
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement within maritime operations
- Exposure to cutting-edge LNG and clean energy technologies
Safety Commitment
Safety is the foundation of everything we do. This role requires an unwavering commitment to HSSE (Health, Safety, Security & Environmental) standards, ensuring all LNG transfer operations are conducted with precision, compliance, and care.
Work Environment
- Primarily conducted in marine and terminal environments
- Exposure to extreme weather conditions, marine environments, and cryogenic materials
- Requires operation in hazardous conditions with strict adherence to safety protocols
- May involve long shifts and extended operational periods
Equal Opportunity Employer
TOTE Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Affirmative Action and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. TOTE Services is a drug-free employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Why Join TOTE Services?
Join a company at the forefront of maritime innovation and clean energy, where your expertise contributes to safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible fuel operations.
Company at a glance
TOTE Group is an industry leader in transportation and logistics, overseeing some of the most trusted companies in the US. Our purpose is to deliver reliable and superior service to our customers and the communities we serve.
As owner and operator of independently managed subsidiaries in the Maritime, Terminals, and Services and Resources lines of business, the TOTE Group family of companies are dedicated to providing excellence in service under the shared values of Safety, Commitment and Integrity.
TOTE Group is part of the Saltchuk family of companies. Saltchuk is a family-owned transportation and petroleum distribution company located in Seattle, WA.
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