Deckhand Tankerman

Centerline Logistics CorporationSeattle, WA
Onsite

About The Position

Maintain the vessel's engine room and equipment in a state of readiness to perform work for customers as needed. Perform start up and shutdown and routine monitoring of vessel power and propulsion systems. Job includes pulling heavy lines and hoses, working on oil and cargo barges, general vessel maintenance, and other tasks that may be assigned from time to time. Perform work as requested by Captain and/or Mate of vessel.

Requirements

  • Valid MMC.
  • Previous work experience on marine diesels necessary.
  • Must be able to comprehend and respond and carry out specific orders from the captain or mate.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with captain, mate, co-workers, dispatchers, and customers in English.
  • Ability to learn and make application of safety awareness, injury prevention and firefighting.
  • Carry out essential job responsibilities and duties listed above with a minimum of direction.
  • Must be able to understand and use information contained in cargo information cards and material safety data sheets.
  • Operate all firefighting and lifesaving equipment aboard.
  • Must have a valid first aid/CPR training certificate.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to get along with crew members in confined quarters for prolonged periods of time

Nice To Haves

  • Must complete firefighting training within 6 months of hire.
  • Complete HAZWOPER training within 90 days of hire.
  • Obtain a valid Passport within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Make up all tows as directed by captain or mate.
  • Use the radio
  • Knot tying, line/wire splicing, make up and handle heaving lines and messengers
  • Make up and throw heaving lines
  • Properly tie off barge tows
  • Give proper direction and distance signals and information
  • Paint inside and outside of tug on an on-going basis.
  • Loading supplies.
  • General cleanup of tugs and barges.
  • General cooking and galley duties as may be required.
  • Fill out material requisitions and work order forms.
  • Monitor product level in tanks, operate diesel engines, operate cargo pumps, operate tank/pipeline valves, and operate manual and hydraulic booms.
  • Communicate with foreign crews and oil facility personnel.
  • Adjust and secure barge lines.
  • Complete internal and customer paperwork using proficient computer skills.
  • Complete loading and discharge gauge reports.
  • Inspect vessel for Coast Guard and state regulatory compliance.
  • Complete and maintain web based work orders/maintence program.
  • Complete required barge inspections. (Spill gear, voids, monthly barge)
  • Assist with Action Item plans, internal annual inspections (hydro, vapor, PV, etc.), and regulatory annul inspections.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life
  • AD&D
  • 401(k) options
  • Disability Insurance
  • sick pay
  • vacation pay
  • 10 paid holidays per calendar year
  • Healthcare and/or Dependent Care FSAs
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