Deckhand

Ergon, Inc•Vicksburg, MS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply, Inc. (EMIS), a subsidiary of a family-owned oil and gas company based in the Jackson, MS area, has an opening for a Deckhand at its Vicksburg location. EMIS supports marine traffic along the Mississippi River with facilities in Vicksburg, MS, Memphis, TN, and Wood River, IL. This role is ideal for a hard-working individual who enjoys physical labor and working with their hands. Unlike some marine jobs, EMIS crews do not live aboard vessels, allowing for more time at home. EMIS operates in a team environment, servicing vessels and tows and collaborating with other crews.

Requirements

Must be eighteen years of age
High School Diploma or GED
Physically fit to perform manual labor
Must be able to lift 70 lbs.
Must be able to read, write and comprehend written instructions, documents, etc.
Must be able to swim
Must obtain or be in possession of a valid TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card)
Must have a valid Driver's License
Able to work in any environment (heat, cold, rain, etc.)
Employment offer contingent on a routine background check, a pre-employment drug screen, and an acceptable motor vehicle report.

Responsibilities

Complete Deckhand Job Qualification Workbook within 90 days of employment
Complete Vessel Orientation within 12 hours of boarding a vessel
Responsible for own health, safety, and hygiene
Train under the guidance of the captain and an experienced deckhand to learn the duties of a deckhand
Use proper PPE while aboard any EMIS or customer vessel or dock
Ask questions and understand the safe way to perform a task before attempting to do it
Be familiar with company policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations abiding by them at all times
Responsible for reporting any hazardous or unsafe condition to the captain and taking action to prevent accidents
Assume the responsibilities of Deckhand as trained
Responsible for various other duties assigned by the captain which may vary from vessel to vessel
Assist other personnel when needed