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Deckhand 1 (Venice)

Weeks Marine

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Location
Venice, LA
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Job overview

The Deckhand 1 supports dredge operations, support vessels, and project-site equipment, reporting to the Captain. The role includes handling mooring lines and cables, assisting with machinery and equipment work, loading and unloading materials, and maintaining decks. The position requires the ability to work an 84-hour week and live aboard a vessel for a full rotation; a Merchant Mariner Credential is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hand Signal ComprehensionWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationHand Tool UsePower Tool UseLayout Tool UseLiftingClimbing LaddersStanding for Long PeriodsPushing and Pulling

Qualifications

84-Hour Work WeekLive Aboard Full RotationMerchant Mariner CredentialTransportation Worker Identification CredentialLift 50 Lbs UnassistedTolerate Rough Seas and Harsh Conditions

Full job description

Requisition ID: 189314

Position Summary

Responsible for the work associated with the operation of the dredge, support vessels and project site equipment. This position will report to the Captain.

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

  • Secure mooring lines to the dredge, scows, dredge Tender or attending plant.

  • Splice and repair cables and towing ropes.

  • Assist with the lubrication of deck machinery.

  • Load and unload materials from the dredge, deck barges, scows and miscellaneous dredging equipment.

  • Sweep and wash down all decks on the dredge and attending plant.

  • Chip and paint decks and superstructure of the dredge and attending plant.

  • Assist with work on the pontoon line, submerge line, scow or attending plant.

  • Assist with work on the anchors and spud systems.

  • Assist with cleaning of the pump and work on the cutter head.

  • Responsible for the safe and timely deployment of survival craft and evacuation of site personnel (If has MMC with AB endorsement).

  • Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “Incident and Injury Free” work environment.

Qualifications

  • Ability to work 84 hour work week

  • Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation.

  • Ability to understand hand signals.

  • Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.

  • Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely and efficiently.

Requirements

  • Merchant Mariner Credential (preferred)

  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) preferred, or willing to obtain upon hire.

  • Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels.

  • Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders.

  • Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted.

  • Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Weeks

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