Deckhand

Responsibilities

• Aid others in preparing barges for cargo loading and unloading.
• Build tows by tying and untangling barges and boats using cables and lines.
• Assemble deck lines and handle lines and rigging during tow building, locking, and docking activities.
• Perform scheduled preventative vessel maintenance, including cleaning, scraping, painting, and changing oil and filters.
• Inspect, correct if possible, and report any conditions affecting the safety of the boat to the Captain.
• Perform general housekeeping duties.
• Perform simple repairs and maintain tools and equipment.
• Measure the draft of a barge using a tape measure to ensure proper loading.
• Be familiar with engine room piping, wiring, and valves.
• Be willing to work overtime and flexible work schedules.
• Communicate effectively using the radio, speaker, or electronic communication.
• Work outdoors and in varying or extreme weather conditions.
• Work in high and precarious places or cramped spaces requiring awkward positions.
• Stand, walk, sit, grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or lift up to 45 pounds.

Skills

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Merchant Marine Document (Z-Card) preferred.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum of 6 months of proven proficiency aboard inner harbor and/or inland waterway tugs.
• Comprehend essential information related to spill containment and cleanup, MSDS sheets, and emergency action information.
• Ensure safe, working conditions and orderliness of the vessel.
• Follow all company safety rules and environmental regulations.
• Wear safety equipment as required.
• Read, write, and communicate using the English language.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with engine room piping, wiring, and valves.
• Ability to work in high and precarious places or cramped spaces requiring awkward positions.
• Standing, walking, sitting, twisting, squatting, kneeling, stooping, reaching, gripping, and fingering for extended periods.
• Extensive flexibility, balance, coordination, and dexterity.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits.
• Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match and contributions.
• Training and development opportunities.

Company Culture

Great Company Culture: Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safety

Safe: Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work

What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer