Inexperienced Deckhand

Ingram Barge Company•Jonesboro, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ingram Barge Company is looking to bring both entry level and experienced deckhands onboard. You may be assigned to any river segment or vessel type based upon Company needs at the time of your hire. As an Ingram associate, you will be responsible for your own transportation to and from your hitches. You will be required to obtain a TWIC card BEFORE Orientation.

Requirements

Demonstration of the Ingram Way
Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards
Ability to work away from home for extended periods (14, 21 or 28 day hitches)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to respond quickly in an unexpected circumstance
Demonstration of critical thinking and decision making skills
Strong communication within all levels of the organization
Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity
Must be able to read and write the English language in order to comply with USCG regulatory requirements
Must obtain a valid TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). We do not accept receipts from renewals, first time applicants only.
Pass a post-offer process if an offer is made (background check, drug screen, physical)
Be able to lift and carry up to 110 pounds for up to 1000 feet
Be able to work in confined spaces often entered through a manhole
Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff

Nice To Haves

Drivers License Preferred

Responsibilities

Assisting deck crew in tow building (laying wires, tighten ratchets, sweep and shovel barges)
Daily vessel housekeeping (sweeping, mopping and cleaning crew living quarters)
Assisting with locking
Carrying rigging (ratchets, wires and straps) pumps, hoses and lines
Working outdoors for extended periods of time in weather conditions such as heat/cold & rain/snow
Checking barges for water and leaks – which at times requires climbing into confined spaces
Upkeep of vessel appearance includes sooging (washing), chipping and painting
Assisting the Engineer as requested
Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems
Participating in safety drills and audits
Performing other related duties as assigned or requested

Benefits

Medical/Prescription Drug plans
HSA
Vision
Dental
Health Care FSA
Generous paid time off benefits
401K match
Life and AD&D
Employee Assistant programs
Group Legal
Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program