Deckhand On-Call

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with vessel operations, including line handling, docking, anchoring, and safe deck practices during spill response missions.
• Use of PPE such as respirators, dry suits, flotation gear, and chemical-resistant clothing is required.
• Deploy, retrieve, and tend containment boom and other spill control equipment under the direction of the vessel operator or response supervisor.
• Support hazmat and environmental cleanup activities, including debris recovery, sorbent placement, shoreline cleanup, and water sampling.
• Maintain deck and equipment readiness, ensuring tools, PPE, and response gear are clean, organized, and operational.
• Participate in emergency call-outs, mobilizing quickly and working safely in challenging marine and weather conditions.
• Perform decontamination tasks, including cleaning vessels, tools, and equipment exposed to hazardous materials.
• Follow all safety protocols, including USCG, OSHA, EPA, and company-specific procedures for hazmat and marine operations.
• Absorb and unload equipment, stage materials, and support logistics during response operations.
• Complete required documentation, such as activity logs, equipment checklists, and decontamination records.
• Participate in drills and training, maintaining certifications and operational readiness.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong work ethic with a safety-first mindset.
• Ability to work independently or part of a team while managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience working on vessels, barges, workboats, or in marine/industrial environments.
• Ability to safely perform physical labor, including lifting, line handling, and working on wet or unstable surfaces.
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Strong understanding of basic deck safety, PPE use, and hazard awareness.
• Ability to work extended hours, irregular schedules, and emergency call-outs.
• Comfortable working in adverse weather, contaminated environments, and around heavy equipment.
• Familiarity with small-vessel operations and maritime terminology.
• Mechanical aptitude for basic equipment troubleshooting.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills in fast-moving, high-pressure situations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Experience with oil spill response, boom deployment, or marine environmental operations.

Benefits

• Company paid time off.
• Career path programs and ongoing company paid training.
• Family culture with positive and safe work environments.