Deckhand

Ledcor • Richmond, BC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

You are an experienced Deckhand who excels in a positive and supportive environment with exponential career growth opportunities. Your BC coastal experience with tug and barge operations will be an asset to the overall success of our vessel operations team. If you’re interested to pursue a future career in the marine industry and want to grow with a safety focused organization with excellent opportunities for advancement, this is the job for you! Interested? Apply today to join our Marine team based in Richmond, BC!

Requirements

• Previous tugboat experience required
• Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate
• STCW Marine Emergency Duties – Basic Safety Training
• STCW Marine Emergency Duties – Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
• Transport Canada Marine Basic First Aid
• BC Food Safe Certificate
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• Positive attitude, strong communication and proven teamwork skills
• Physically able to manage regular heavy lifting and repetitive movements
• Ability to meet pre-employment drug & alcohol testing requirements

Nice To Haves

• Valid Passport
• Transport Canada Bridge Watch Rating Certificate
• Transport Canada Restricted Operator Certificate – Maritime Commercial

Responsibilities

• Under the direction and supervision of the tug Master, carries out general deck duties to support the tug and barge operations, including securing barges safely, tandem towing operations, general seamanship duties, look out duties, and helmsman duties when required
• Supports all aspects of the tug and barge operations, including handling deck lines, couplers, bridles, and other towing gear
• Provides general ship upkeep and maintenance, including cleaning and food preparation
• May perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Extended health and dental
• Vision care
• Disability
• Life insurance coverage
• Access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program
• Competitive retirement package

What This Job Offers

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