Deckhand

Marquette Transportation Company - Saint Rose, LA

Full-time - Entry Level

Saint Rose, LA

1,001-5,000 employees

Rental and Leasing Services

About the position

The Deckhand position at Marquette Transportation Company involves working on inland marine transportation services, primarily on towboats and barges. The role requires physical labor outdoors, assisting with various tasks related to the maintenance and operation of vessels, and ensuring safety and cleanliness on board. The position is entry-level, suitable for individuals looking to start a career in marine transportation.

Responsibilities

• Build and check tow using various tools and equipment such as wrenches, ratchets, shackles, chain straps, and wires/cables.
• Move and stack sets of rigging throughout the vessel and barges.
• Move pumps and hoses about the barges and place hoses in wing tank/void for removal of water.
• Assist with locking, sweeping, and shoveling barges.
• Carry rigging, pumps, hoses, lines, and other equipment weighing 50-100 lbs.
• Perform daily vessel housekeeping such as sweeping, mopping, and cleaning crew living quarters.
• Check barges for water or leaks, which may require climbing into confined spaces.
• Maintain vessel appearance including washing, cleaning, chipping, and painting the vessel.
• Assist with stocking and delivery of various supplies to and from the vessel.
• Assist in skiff operations to allow the crew to go ashore and come aboard the vessel.
• Put out sounders at the head of the barge.
• Assist in direct transfer including fuel, lubricants, and bilge liquids.
• Perform periodic cleaning tasks including trash removal, mopping, scraping, sanding, and painting.
• Prepare barges for delivery to customers and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be able to be away for periods of time as schedules are generally 28 days away and 14 days home.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Must be 18 or older to board a vessel.
• Must be able to meet all physical qualifications per company guidelines.
• Must have Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or be able to attain it.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in the English language.
• Must be able to handle and lift rigging (up to 75 lbs-100 lbs).

Nice-to-haves

• Physical labor experience working outdoors is a plus.
• Experience preferred, but not necessary.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance