008825-Deckhand Experienced

Lehigh Hanson Inc.; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 24,344 - 34,672; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Lehigh Hanson Inc. is seeking a candidate to assist with the operation and maintenance of vessel equipment. The role involves handling towing lines, performing inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations on the waterway.

The ideal applicant must be willing to live aboard the vessel for up to 30 consecutive days and handle physical demands like lifting over 75lbs. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift in excess of 75lbs.
• Previous experience in the barge towing industry preferred but not required.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation and maintenance of vessel equipment.
• Handle towing lines and rigging during docking and undocking.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with crew members to ensure smooth vessel operations.

Job description

Assist with operation and maintenance of vessel equipment.

Handle towing lines and rigging during docking and undocking.

Perform routine inspections and maintenance tasks.

Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Collaborate with crew members to ensure smooth vessel operations.

What Are We Looking For

Must be willing to work on the waterway for up to 30 consecutive days, living aboard the vessel.

Must be able to enter small dark areas such as hatches and be able to climb horizontal and vertical ladders into and onto barges and must be able to lift in excess of 75lbs.

Complies with all federal, state and local guidelines.

Previous experience in the barge towing industry preferred but not required.

Commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.

Company and USCG regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

$21.42 per hour.

Benefits include Medical, Dental and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled