Enviva
OpenVessel Operator - bulk loading materials
- Location
- Chesapeake, VA
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Last seen
- Aug 7, 2026
About the role
The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world’s largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.
Enviva is seeking a Vessel Operator to support our port operations.
Responsibilities
Vessel
- Ensure docking, undocking, and mooring process is completed safely
- Line handling both in docking and undocking (pull, cleat, order of lines thrown)
- Control room operations to ensure vessel is loading correctly (load rate, gate control, fine mitigation)
- Operate heavy equipment on vessel – loaders, crane and ship loader operation
- Complete man overboard training, shifting vessels requirements
- Barge loading and system setup for limestone (Port of Chesapeake)
Receiving
- Receive pellets into the port, record data to ensure accurate billing
- Ensure safety of scale area and that loads meet safety criteria
- Keep scale and ramps clean and free of debris
- Communicate in a professional, courteous manner with our supplier
- Operate shuttle wagon as directed (Port of Wilmington)
Quality
- Collect samples and test finished goods delivered by truck and/or rail
- Maintain QA/QC records and follow Quality Standard Operating Procedures <span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740"
