Deckhand

Helix Resources•Berwick, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Experienced Deckhands are sought for work in Berwick, Louisiana, and the surrounding area. Deckhands support vessel and job-site operations, including cargo handling, vessel maintenance and upkeep, crew support, and safety duties. Work may also include cooking, housekeeping, waste disposal, and other tasks as requested. Candidates must be prepared to take on duties beyond those listed and bring a positive, can-do attitude. The position is temporary to hire and pays $170–$180 per day, based on experience, with weekly pay. The pay schedule runs Monday through Sunday.

Requirements

Must be experienced as a deckhand.
Must pass a drug screen and physical.
Required credentials or training: TWIC, Safe Gulf, Rigging, First Aid, CPR, Water Survival, Marine & Debris, and Incipient Fire.
Knowledge of maritime safety.
Excellent hand-eye coordination.
Willingness to work in harsh climates and outdoors in heat, cold, dusty, dirty, or wet conditions.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Proven ability to solve problems creatively.
Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and have excellent physical fitness and strength.
Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, and crawl to perform tasks.
Must provide a driver's license or identification card and a Social Security card or birth certificate.
Must provide own PPE: hard hat, steel-toed footwear, safety glasses, and gloves.
Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Load and unload cargo, luggage, and materials from barges, scows, and dredges.
Relay important information to the crew and assist with watchkeeping duties.
Maintain ship equipment and perform general vessel upkeep.
Clean and prepare job sites; follow daily work instructions from the Supervisor in a timely manner.
Perform general maintenance, including painting, sweeping, mopping, greasing, and cleaning machinery.
Splice and repair cables and ropes using hand tools.
Cook meals and prepare cabins for crew members.
Use ropes, knots, radios, and navigational equipment.
Move, lift, and carry heavy objects and materials as needed; inspect delivered merchandise for damage.
Lower and man a lifeboat in emergencies.
Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized; follow safety rules and regulations.
Assist with waste disposal and recycling, and manage housekeeping activities when requested.
Meet or exceed productivity goals while maintaining high quality standards.
Perform additional tasks as requested.