Deckhand On-Call
About The Position
GrayMar Environmental Services is expanding its national footprint while remaining committed to its core values of Respect, Integrity, Safe Work Practices, Excellence in Service, and Family, collectively known as RISE through Caring. The company specializes in environmental remediation, health and safety, hazardous materials management, waste disposal, and environmental emergency response, providing comprehensive and sustainable solutions to manage risk, maintain compliance, and protect the environment. Safety is paramount, and GrayMar prides itself on its skilled and dedicated team. The company fosters a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and long-term career growth, viewing every employee as a valued member of the family. GrayMar is committed to diversity and inclusion, drawing strength from varied experiences and perspectives to foster an environment where every voice matters. As the company grows nationwide, it remains dedicated to exceptional customer service and building a workplace where people feel safe, supported, and proud to belong.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- Experience with oil spill response, boom deployment, or marine environmental operations.
- 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.
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.
- Assist with loading and unloading equipment, staging materials, and supporting 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.
Benefits
- Company paid time off.
- Career path programs and ongoing company paid training.
- Family culture with positive and safe work environments.
- Wellness programs
- 401(k) with company matching
- Spending account options
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Company-paid life and disability coverage (long and short-term)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
