Responsibilities/Goals:

The Deckhand position’s main purpose is to:

• Work under the Captain’s direction to accomplish all duties.
• Maximize safety and efficiency by using expertise in all work.
• Bring a morale-focused approach to the success of each voyage.
• Maintain complete responsibility for all assigned tasks and duties.

Tasks:

• Work under the Captain and with the crew to make or break the tow
• Act as a lookout when necessary.
• Know tow related skills, including making connections, operating winches, and line handling.
• Keep deck or work area clear and use or store all equipment as needed.
• Painting, greasing, and general maintenance of equipment and the barge as needed.
• Work shifts in and perform inspections of the engine room and bilge every hour.
• Cleaning and scouring all areas of the boat, including the wheelhouse, galley, heads, and companionways.
• Diligently reporting to the Captain, especially about any hazardous conditions.

Ability Requirements:

• Attention to detail/excellent organizational skills
• Maintain focus and practical decision-making skills under stress, especially in potentially dangerous situations.
• Embody responsibility and ownership, and lead by example duties.
• Be open to criticism and contribute to the development and success of others.
• Excellent communicator and able to share information clearly and efficiently.
• Proficient mechanical skills and work ethic to fulfill all duties as they are assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to comfortably and safely lift 100 lbs.; This position involves lifting, pulling, and operating heavy equipment and objects.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, or squat frequently. Climb high steps/ladders should be expected several times per day.
• Use of, working with, around, on, under, and inside deck machinery is expected daily; work on equipment that is poorly accessible or in confined workspaces when the need arises.
• Must have the ability to maintain balance/equilibrium at all times and various heights.
• Ability to work in confined spaces for prolonged periods.
• The ability to work in all weather conditions and have sufficient heat/cold tolerance.
• Not deterred by grease, dirt, paint, water, etc., that may regularly be on your skin, hair, and clothing.
• Must be able to swim

Skills, Aptitudes, Qualifications & Certifications

• Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Drug-free certification
• AB preferred
• Drivers License
• Physical & DOT Drug Test
• Respiratory Fit Test