Tug boat - Deckhand

Savage•Fernandina Beach, FL

About The Position

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. The Tug Boat - Deckhand will be responsible for maintaining the vessel in a state of readiness and assisting with various tasks under the direction of the captain. This includes pulling lines, using equipment, and helping with docking and towing operations.

Requirements

Must be able to comprehend, respond, and carry out specific orders from the captain.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Must possess good communication skills by voice and/or visual hand signals.
Ability to learn safety awareness, injury prevention, and firefighting.
Follow all company safety practices
Must be able to acquire a TWIC
Able to lift and carry heavy objects, sometimes over 75 pounds. Must be physically able to pull heavy lines/hoses, lift, tighten winches, carry heavy items, kneel while painting or changing oil/filters, climb onto barges and upstairs to the wheelhouse, bending and twisting during boat/barge tie-up.
Adequate hearing is crucial for receiving communications, and good color vision is necessary for navigating and using equipment.
Deckhands may need to work in confined spaces, ascend and descend ladders, and be exposed to weather elements. Ability to work in hot or cold temperatures

Responsibilities

Maintaining vessel readiness: Keeping the tugboat clean, orderly, and prepared for operations.
Handling lines and equipment: Pulling lines, splicing lines, using winches, capstans, and other deck equipment.
Assisting with docking and towing: Securing the tugboat during berthing and unberthing, setting up towing rigs, and assisting with towing operations.
Performing basic vessel maintenance: Cleaning the deck, cabins, and other areas, and performing simple maintenance tasks on deck machinery.
Navigational duties: Standing watch as directed, assisting with navigation, and providing signals.
Safety and risk management: Identifying and reporting potential hazards and incidents.

Benefits

We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
(7) Paid Holidays
Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and 401(k) with match
Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, and short- and long-term disability
401k with company match and profit sharing
Three weeks of PTO to start
Paid Holidays
Outstanding Culture
Opportunities for growth
Wellness Activities
Team Member Discount Program
Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with match.
Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.