Vessel Deckhand - Civil & Marine Division - Kotzebue, AK

Job Description

NANA Construction is hiring for areliable and hardworking Deckhand to support tug and barge operations in Western Alaska. This position assists with the safe operation of company vessels, cargo handling, and general vessel maintenance during the open water season.Deckhands work as part of a small crew responsible for towing, landing barges, and supporting marine logistics in remote Alaska communities. The position requires working outdoors in challenging weather conditions and performing physically demanding work in a marine environment.The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, able to follow instructions, and willing to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vessel deck operations including line handling, towing gear, and barge landings
• Support loading and unloading of cargo, equipment, and materials from barges
• Handle mooring lines, rigging, and towing equipment safely
• Perform routine vessel maintenance including chipping, painting, cleaning, greasing equipment, and general upkeep
• Maintain a clean and organized deck and work environment
• Assist the Captain and Mate with vessel operations as directed
• Follow company safety policies and U.S. Coast Guard regulations
• Participate in vessel safety drills and emergency response procedures
• Monitor cargo and deck equipment during operations
• Immediately report all Incidents/Accidents, no matter how small, to their Supervisor
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with Ordinary Seaman (OS) rating preferred
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather and marine conditions
• Ability to live on the tug, in tight quarters.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs, handling heavy lines, and performing manual labor
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to safety
• Ability to work long hours in a team environment aboard vessels and barges
• Ability to follow directions and maintain situational awareness around heavy equipment and moving vessels
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug testing and participate in the company’s USCG/DOT drug testing program
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under company vehicle insurance policy
• Previous marine, construction, or heavy equipment experience preferred
• Experience working in Alaska or remote locations preferred
• Basic knowledge of knots, rigging, or marine operations preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift, move and /or carry up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. Steel toed boots required on the job.

Travel may require an employee or contractor to pass a TSA security checkpoint. If the employee or contractor does not have valid identification, they will not be able to travel until valid identification is obtained and verified. For this reason all employees and contractors must have valid identification when traveling to and from the site, for a list of TSA approved valid identification visit https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification _._

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Equal Opportunity Employer NANA Regional Corporation, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, gender-identity and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran protected status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. NANA grants employment preference to shareholder of NANA, their spouses and descendants to the extent allowed by law.

Accommodation Requests for Job Seekers with a Disability. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation for any part of the employment process, contact us at recruiting@nana.com or 1-800-478-2000.

Default: Location : Location US-AK-Kotzebue

Job ID 2026-21994

Work Type On-Site

Work Location Kotzebue

Company: NANA Construction