Deckhand

Marquette Transportation Company • Lockport, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Deckhand is responsible for a variety of tasks related to the operation and maintenance of vessels and barges. This includes building and checking tows, moving equipment, assisting with barge maintenance, and ensuring the cleanliness and appearance of the vessel. The role requires physical labor, often outdoors in various weather conditions, and may involve working away from home for extended periods.

Requirements

• Must be able to be away for periods of time as schedules are generally 28 days away and 14 days home.
• Must be 18 or older to board a vessel.
• Must be able to meet all physical qualifications per company guidelines.
• Must have Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or be able to attain it.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in the English language.
• Must be able to handle and lift rigging (up to 75 lbs-100lbs).

Nice To Haves

• Experience preferred, but not necessary.
• Physical labor experience working outdoors is a plus.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Build and check tow by utilizing various tools/equipment such as wrenches, ratchets, shackles, chain straps and wires/cables.
• Move and stack sets of rigging throughout the vessel and barges.
• Move pumps and hoses about the barges and place hoses in wing tank/void for removal of water.
• Assist with locking, sweeping and shoveling barges.
• Carry rigging (ratchets, wires and straps) pumps, hoses, lines, and other equipment weighing 50-100 lbs.
• Work outdoors for extended periods of time, and in weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Perform daily vessel housekeeping such as sweeping, mopping, and cleaning crew living quarters.
• Check barges for water or leaks, which at times requires climbing into confined spaces.
• Maintain vessel appearance to include washing, cleaning, chipping and painting the vessel.
• Assist with the stocking and delivery of various supplies to and from the vessel.
• Assist in skiff operations to allow the crew to go ashore and come aboard the vessel.
• Put out sounders at the head of the barge (Linehaul Vessels).
• Assist in direct transfer including fuel, lubricants and bilge liquids.
• Perform periodic cleaning tasks including trash removal, mopping, scraping, sanding and painting.
• Prepare barges for delivery to customers (Fleet/tow work).
• Performing other related duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed