BOAT DECKHAND

Accutrans; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Accutrans in Pasadena, TX is seeking a deckhand to assist vessel tankermen and the captain with operations and the loading and discharging of heated liquid tank barges in the Corpus Christi Harbor.

The role includes housekeeping aboard the vessel, cooking and cleaning, maintenance of vessel and deck, lubrication of machinery, painting, and handling lines. This position may require living aboard a vessel for extended periods in the Corpus Christi, TX area.

Qualifications

• Must hold a TWIC or obtain within 30 days.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol test.
• Must be capable of lifting and moving heavy objects.
• Ability to pass a physical/drug screen and background check.
• Deckhand experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist vessel tankermen and captain with operations and loading/discharging heated liquid tank barges.
• Perform housekeeping duties aboard the vessel, including sweeping and washing inside and outside the vessel, cooking and cleaning, maintenance and lubrication of machinery.
• Paint vessel and deck, handle lines and tying up the vessel.
• Conduct vessel/barge maintenance tasks as needed to keep equipment in good condition.
• This position requires living aboard a vessel for an extended period in the Corpus Christi, TX area.

Skills

TWIC eligibility

Reliable transportation

Physical & drug test

Heavy lifting capability

Background check readiness

Job description

Job Location

Pasadena, TX 77504

Job Summary

Our deckhands assist vessel tankermen and the captain with vessel operations and loading and discharging heated liquid tank barges in the Corpus Christi Harbor. The deckhand performs housekeeping duties on a vessel including but not limited to sweeping and washing inside and outside the vessel, cooking and cleaning, vessel and barge maintenance, lubricating machinery and equipment, painting vessel and deck, handling lines and tying up the vessel. This is a position which requires living aboard a vessel for an extended period of time in the Corpus Christi, TX area.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must hold a TWIC or be able to obtain one within 30 days
• Must have reliable means of transportation
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol test
• Must be capable of lifting and moving heavy objects
• Ability to pass a physical/drug screen and background check
• Deckhand experience is a plus