Tradesman III Marine Crewman

Port Houston•Houston, TX

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintain and repair marine facilities, infrastructure and marine working vessels. Provide critical seamanship during underway watch stations while sharing in the responsibility to ensure vessels and wharves conform to USCG regulations and providing our customers with safe, clean marine facilities.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent required
5+ years marine or construction experience preferred
NASBLA Boaters Safety Certification
Basic Seamanship
Knowledge of Port Houston safety rules and procedures
General knowledge of plumbing
Knowledge of industrial painting
Knowledge of Air Impact tools
Knowledge of Core Drilling
General construction knowledge
Basic Knowledge of basic welding and materials
Mechanical aptitude
Verbal and written communication skills
Ability to use a 5-ton lift crane
Ability to operate a computer to retrieve port email and complete required training and surveys
Ability to tread water and swim
A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Applied Science in Maritime Technology, Cargo Handling/Logistics, or related major in a public or accredited private academic institution preferred

Responsibilities

Perform heavy carpentry work to install wharf timbers
Using Marine grade epoxy to frequently maintain corrosion barriers on marine structures, wharf markings and vessel superstructures
Repair concrete and steel structures utilizing epoxy grout and concrete
Install and/or repair fall safety fencing and gates
Install, repair, and replace safety ladders and access hatches
Build and repair wooden fenders and cap logs using CCA timber
Perform rope work and eye splicing
Perform heavy duty cleat, chain and cable work to provide proper mooring design and breaking strength
Provide underway watch stations as lookout, man-overboard, marine fire and casualty response
Ability to temporarily take over throttle and engines under captain’s supervision to help with maneuvering
Perform Helmsman duties while underway on Port Houston vessels under instruction of licensed captains employed at Port Houston
Operate small boats and paint skiff safely underneath marine structures
Perform vessel mechanical and vessel safety checks
Work independently
Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor
Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
Perform other duties as assigned