Deckhand

JOB DESCRIPTION

Deckhand

POSITION SUMMARY

Assists the Tug Captain with safe operation, movement, servicing and maintenance of company tugs, workboats, barges and other marine equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assist with docking, undocking, mooring, towing, shifting and securing vessels

· Handle lines, ropes, cables, chains and fenders using safe line-handling practices

· Assist with towing gear, rigging and deck equipment when authorized

· Inspect lines, shackles, hooks, fittings and deck equipment

· Load, unload and secure supplies, tools and materials

· Perform deck cleaning, scraping, chipping, painting and corrosion control

· Assist with vessel fueling, servicing and routine maintenance

· Follow Captain instructions and maintain clear crew communications

· Participate in emergency drills, storm preparations and response procedures

· Report hazards, spills and equipment defects; maintain assigned logs

QUALIFICATIONS

Marine, vessel, tug, barge or shipyard experience preferred; knowledge of knots, mooring, line handling and deck safety desirable; ability to work variable marine schedules.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work requires standing, walking, climbing ladders and gangways, bending, kneeling, crouching, carrying tools and materials, and navigating uneven, wet or elevated surfaces. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn. Essential physical tasks must be performed safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work occurs in active shipyard, vessel, dry dock, pier and industrial settings, with exposure to noise, machinery, moving equipment, welding, dust, fumes, wet surfaces, weather and other recognized hazards. Overtime, weekends or variable shifts may be required.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow company policies and applicable OSHA and maritime safety requirements; attend safety briefings, use required PPE, report hazards and incidents promptly, and stop or escalate unsafe work.

DISCLAIMER

This description summarizes the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Management may modify responsibilities based on operational needs, consistent with applicable law.

Pay: $23.05 - $30.32 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person