TowBoatU.S. Ft. Lauderdale
Boat Deckhand
Full Time • TowBoatU.S. Ft. Lauderdale South Office
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
Established Marine Towing and Salvage company is seeking a deckhand to assist with towing, launch, salvage, maintenance and other tasks. To be considered for this job you must have a willingness to learn from others, make appropriate decisions in challenging situations and focus on getting things done. You must live in or near Fort Lauderdale and currently have a USCG Captain’s license or the desire, sea time and other qualifications to become a Captain in the near future. We promote from within, deckhands become patrol captains so please do not apply unless this is your ultimate goal. Current STCW certification and TWIC card are a plus. current driver’s license, and valid passport are a must. The Ideal candidate will also have a Scuba certification. A candidate with good vessel maintenance skills, previous experience at sea, and experience with cranes and heavy loads is preferred. If this is you and you can prove it, you could be a great fit for our team. We offer excellent pay and outstanding opportunities to earn, develop and grow. We hire based on talent and fit; we only hire top performers. Apply only if you are truly exceptional at focusing on the details, like to be challenged, and meet our performance, credentials and abilities guidelines.
Our Mission
TowBoatU.S. Ft Lauderdale has been in business since 1989 and has performed thousands of successful towing, salvage and marine assistance operations over the years. We are committed to providing prompt, professional and timely assistance to all customers with a keen eye toward safety using state-of-the-art equipment and experienced crew. While conducting our daily business, we are an active advocate and leader in the marine community lending our support to local law enforcement and U.S. Coast Guard in search and rescue efforts as a public service to all boaters. We respect ourselves, the waters and the community we serve.
Careers
The following is an excerpt from a note that Captain Sean Keenan wrote to our management team. Unfortunately for our company, Sean has moved out to the West Coast to live out the next chapter of his life. We thought these words were indicative of how time spent employed here at TowBoatU.S. Fort Lauderdale can help to shape long term goals.
"The experience I gained here will follow me wherever I go and for that I am truly grateful. Thanks for showing me how to be a true professional out here, it's a tool I won't forget! This opportunity has been amazing and I've been honored to be a part of such a hardworking team!"
Sincerely,
Captain Sean Keenan
Captain Sean Keenan
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