Deckhand

Ergon, Inc•Vicksburg, MS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply, Inc. (EMIS) is hiring a Deckhand at its Vicksburg location. EMIS services vessels and tows and works with other crews in a team environment. Crews do not live aboard vessels, allowing employees to spend more time at home than in marine jobs that require being away for weeks. The selected employee must be able to work in any environment, including heat, cold, and rain. Any offer is contingent upon a routine background check, pre-employment drug screen, and acceptable motor vehicle report.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Physically fit to perform manual labor.
Able to lift 70 pounds.
Able to read, write, and comprehend written instructions and documents.
Must be able to swim.
Must obtain or possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Must have a valid driver's license.
Able to work in any environment, including heat, cold, and rain.
Employment offer is contingent upon a routine background check, pre-employment drug screen, and acceptable motor vehicle report.

Responsibilities

Complete the Deckhand Job Qualification Workbook within 90 days of employment.
Complete Vessel Orientation within 12 hours of boarding a vessel.
Take responsibility for personal health, safety, and hygiene.
Train under the guidance of the captain and an experienced deckhand to learn deckhand duties.
Use proper personal protective equipment aboard any EMIS or customer vessel or dock.
Ask questions and understand the safe way to perform a task before attempting it.
Know and abide by company policies, procedures, safety rules, and regulations at all times.
Report hazardous or unsafe conditions to the captain and take action to prevent accidents.
Assume deckhand responsibilities as trained to perform them, as outlined in the Deckhand Job Profile.
Perform other duties assigned by the captain, which may vary from vessel to vessel.
Assist other personnel when needed.