Fleet Deckhand- DAILY COMMUTE

Who we are:

Our family-owned company began with twenty-five employees and has a proud history of extraordinary service and growth to the inland waterways. With over 1,500 employees in the JMI family of companies, we have 12 locations across Kentucky, Louisiana, and Alabama. We proudly promote a positive work environment built on collaboration, respect, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Job Summary:

Do you enjoy working on the water but don’t want to be away from home for weeks at a time? We are seeking experienced Deckhands to join our harbor service team in Paducah, KY! Enjoy steady work close to home with a rotating schedule: 5-day shifts (5 a.m.–5 p.m.), followed by 5-night shifts (5 p.m.–5 a.m.), then 5 consecutive days off.

What you'll do:

• Build and check tow by utilizing various tools/equipment including wrenches, ratchets, shackles, chain straps and wires/cables.
• Move and stack sets of rigging throughout vessels and barges.
• Move pumps and hoses throughout barges and place hoses in wing tank/void for removal of water.
• Assist with the stocking and delivery of various supplies from on the vessel to and from the front hole.
• Complete processes to allow the vessel to take on fuel.
• Complete daily and periodic cleaning tasks.

What you'll need:

• Prior deckhand experience required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) from the Transportation Security Administration.
• Reside locally.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• deckhand: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Paducah, KY 42003 (Required)

Work Location: In person