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Deckhand - Port Arthur, Texas

Turn Services · Port Arthur, United States Of America · Onsite

$52,000.00  -  $62,400.00

  • Junior
  • Office in Port Arthur
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Job duties are as follows, but not limited to:

  • Securing barges together (building tow & working in fleet)
  • Securing boat to barges (facing boat up)
  • Line handling and affixes rigging
  • Minor engine room work (oil changes, greasing, filter changes, etc.)
  • Painting
  • Cooking
  • General housekeeping and upkeep of the vessel, including washing, chipping, painting, and cleaning
  • Tow work, including carrying rigging, and building tow
  • Loads and unloads materials
  • Stand lookout watches while the vessel is underway
  • Lubricates machinery and equipment
  • Splices and repair wire cables 
  • Uses handtools
  • Checks void tanks on barges for leaks
  • Additional duties and responsibilities as required or requested

Basic requirements:

  • Must have and maintain a TWIC.
  • Must have and maintain a valid/current Driver’s license.
  • At least eighteen (18) years of age.
  • Must have the ability to receive and carry out instruction.
  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred
  • Must have dependable transportation to designated Turn Services locations, no exceptions.
  • Must be able to work various hours/holidays/weekends.
  • Ability to work in a flexible schedule; must allow for changes in assignments and priorities depending upon identified needs of the vessel
  • Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team

Physical Requirements

  • Must meet "fit for duty" requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test).
  • The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces.
  • Must be able to work in difficult conditions with exposure to all weather conditions
  • Must be comfortable working aboard boats and barges.
  • Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/AA/M/F/D/V) Employer offering competitive wages that reflect your experience and skills. The position rate ranges from $200/day - $240/day.