Fleet Deckhand I - Westwego, LA
Archer Daniels Midland•Westwego, LA
•$235•Onsite
About The Position
Join ADM / ARTCo, a leader in inland marine transportation, and build a hands-on maritime career with real growth opportunities. You’ll work in a team-focused environment where safety, reliability, and collaboration are top priorities while gaining practical skills that support long-term career development in marine operations and inland transportation.
Requirements
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
- Ability to work flexible schedules including overnights, weekends, OT if available
- Comfort working outdoors year‑round near water and heavy equipment
- Able to lift heavy materials and work on uneven surfaces
- Safety‑focused and team‑oriented
- Prolonged periods of kneeling, bending and climbing stairs/ladders
- Ability to work near or on large bodies of water, at various heights and in confined spaces
- Reading and writing skills at a basic functional level to perform essential job functions
- Ability to pass DOT drug screening
- Must obtain and maintain a TWIC card
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including a background screening, physical examination, drug testing, and applicable DOT medical certification requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Marine or deckhand experience preferred (not required). Entry level welcome!
Responsibilities
- Build tow and handle rigging during operations
- Prepare barges for customer delivery (securing lines/covers, inspections)
- Support maintenance, cleaning, and barge prep crews
- Perform general housekeeping: washing, scraping, painting, sweeping
- Follow all safety rules and report hazards or incidents
- Help complete vessel and safety documentation
- Work as part of a small crew to keep fleet operations moving safely
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off & holidays
- Life & disability insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition assistance & job training
- Wellness resources and EAP support
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
