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Experienced Deckhand
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The position on a towing vessel is called a “deckhand” on inland towboats, an “ordinary seaman” on coastal tugboats. These crew members prepare barges for loading and unloading cargo, build tows, and perform basic vessel maintenance and housekeeping duties that include grinding painted surfaces and painting, removing sea growth, mopping and general cleaning. They may also be asked to assist with engine repairs and have to know how to use mechanics tools.
The Deckhand will handle, pull, throw and tie heavy large diameter (2”) lines and cables to tie up the vessel or barge that they are working on as well as carry steamboat ratchets and chain. They will also have to carry dewatering pumps and hoses.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Deckhand will have to know basic firefighting skills and basic lifesaving and rescue techniques. They should be familiar with the water and able to swim.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess the Maritime credentials provided by the U.S.Coast Guard
- Requires at least 1-2 years experience as a Deckhand on a Tugboat
- Ability to work 10-12 hour days
- A working Knowledge of Subchapter M
- Current TWIC card
- Must be in good physical condition and capable of moving heavy equipment
- Must be able to perform duties in all types of weather, night or day
- Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools, and power tools
WORKING CONDITIONS
The Deckhand generally works 8-12 hour days and is required to 'live' on the vessel while on duty. The vessel can be loud and the conditions can be extreme cold to extreme heat. They should be familiar with and be willing to use personal protective clothing/equipment such as a lifejacket.
This is an hourly paid position with most nights home.
You will not be considered if you do not live in Chesapeake or surrounding areas.
Precon Marine is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply
Somos un empleador con igualdad de oportunidades y todos los candidatos calificados recibirán consideración por el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, sexo, origen nacional, estado de discapacidad, estado de veterano protegido o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.
Precon Marine, Inc
Established in 1993, Precon Marine, Inc. is a diversified marine contractor specializing in heavy marine construction, waterfront construction and related services throughout the East Coast area and abroad. With an extensive inventory of equipment and a stable, skilled offshore workforce, Precon Marine is able to take on major bridge, pier, and bulkhead rehabilitation work, subaqueous utility installation as well as provide call-out services for underwater inspections and commercial diving needs.
In the marine construction industry, nothing speaks louder than a good quality job completed on time and on budget. At Precon Marine, Inc., we take pride in our success in just that - bid the job fairly, give the customer what he wants and finish the job on time. This is a huge undertaking in marine contracting; considering weather, environmental concerns, and unforeseen obstacles; any one of which can delay a project and increase costs. It is for these reasons we select our work carefully and stick to what we do best.
Precon Marine, Inc. now operates from two locations in Hampton Roads. Our main office, yard, and mooring facilities located on the Intracoastal Waterway, one of the busiest harbors on the U.S. east coast, and our satellite office, yard and mooring facilities located within the Little Creek Harbor. Both locations allow us to mobilize and coordinate all operations to anywhere in the world 24 hours a day.
Página Web de la Compañía: www.preconmarine.com
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