Fleet Deckhand Mate

Ingram Barge Company • Granite City, IL

316d • $233 - $335

About The Position

SCF Lewis and Clark Terminals LLC is currently hiring for Fleet Deckhands to support our fleeting operations in Granite City, IL. This position requires associates to live within 4 hours of Granite City, IL. Candidates must have a Driver’s License and a valid TWIC Card. The vessels work a variety of schedules ranging from 5/2, 5/3, and 7/7, and you will be assigned to a vessel after completion of Orientation. Regardless of assignment and schedule, you will be responsible for your own transportation to and from your hitches.

Requirements

• Demonstration of The Ingram Way
• Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards
• Ability to work away from home for extended periods (21-, 14-, or 7-day hitches)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to respond quickly in unexpected circumstances
• 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 to comply with USCG regulatory requirements
• Must obtain a valid TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
• Pass a post-offer process if an offer is made (background check, drug screen, and physical)
• Be able to lift and carry up to 110 pounds for up to 1000 feet
• Be able to work in confined spaces often entering through a manhole
• Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff

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 various weather conditions
• Checking barges for water and leaks, which may require climbing into confined spaces
• Upkeeping vessel appearance including 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

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA
• Generous paid time off benefits
• 401K match upon first day of hire
• Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
• Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program
• Salary range of $233.00 per day - $335.00 per day (experience pending)

What This Job Offers

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