Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Deckhand to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our vessel while providing excellent service to our customers. This position requires a strong work ethic, teamwork, and a passion for the maritime environment. As a Deckhand, you will assist with various tasks onboard, contributing to both the functionality of the vessel and the overall guest experience.
Description
Deckhands carry out a range of basic duties essential to the running and maintenance of a boat. All deckhands assist in keeping the vessel clean and operational, keeping lookout, steering and adjusting the course as directed and dealing with any emergencies that occur.
Deckhands assist others on the vessel in preparing barges for the loading and discharging of products at ports across the inland waterway system.
Deckhands build and break tow by using lines, wires, ratchets and stationary winches.
Deckhands perform a variety of tasks which include but not limited to standard housekeeping duties, painting, chipping, vessel and barge maintenance, midstream fuel transfers, etc. These duties are performed in all types of weather, day and night, while the vessel is underway.
Deckhands must be capable of lifting or moving objects that are heavy and awkward.
Must be familiar with Wepfer Marine, Inc. policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations, and must abide by them at all times as well as applicable laws, regulations, and other legal requirements.
From time to time, perform other tasks that may be assigned by the Captain.
Requirements
Must obtain TWIC card
Successfully pass pre-employment screening including but not limited to drug and alcohol testing.
Able to pass a TSA background check
The physical work demand for this position are classified as very heavy work, during which the employee will exert 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force consistently to move objects when making tow or performing other tasks. Safety equipment is very important and can include fire-extinguishers, life jackets and inflatable life rafts.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $180.00 - $237.00 per day
Benefits:
Work Location: In person