Fleet Deckhand - Creve Coeur, IL

Position Summary

ADM is seeking a laborer to work as a deckhand under the direction of a Captain on a tugboat at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) fleeting location in Creve Coeur, IL. This is a full-time, non-exempt level position.

Responsibilities

• General housekeeping and upkeep of the vessel, including washing, chipping, painting, and cleaning
• Tow work, including building rigging and building tow for line boats
• Fleet work, including preparing barges for delivery to local customers
• Assisting barge cleaners, mechanics, and welders as required
• Assist the captain with required vessel reports in compliance with environmental, safety, and USCG regulations; report any problems or damage
• Report all injuries, illnesses, and near misses in a timely manner
• Additional duties and responsibilities as required or requested

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to follow direction and execute tasks under the supervision of captain or mate
• Inland Waterway decking experience preferred but not required
• Reading and writing skills sufficient to comprehend and complete a variety of documents
• Ability to work a flexible schedule; must allow for changes in assignments and priorities depending upon identified needs of the vessel
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
• Must be able to work in all types of climates
• Promote the ADM Way and core values
• Demonstrated history of safe work behavior and sincere desire to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures
• Ability to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card required; if not held at hire, must apply within 5 days
• Successful completion of a background check
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and company human performance exam (physical ability test)

Physical Requirements

• Standing for prolonged periods of time
• Frequent heavy lifting
• Prolonged periods of kneeling, bending, and climbing stairs/ladders
• Ability to work near or on large bodies of water, at various heights, and in confined spaces

Schedule

Deckhands work 14 days on, 7 days off.

Pay

$249.48 per day. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

Location

Creve Coeur, Illinois

Requisition ID: 485978BR