Deckhand

Marquette Transportation Company, LLC; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in marine transportation is seeking dedicated individuals for physical labor roles on vessels. This position involves a variety of responsibilities including rigging, vessel maintenance, and outdoor work in diverse weather conditions. Candidates should be reliable and capable of lifting heavy equipment. With a commitment to employee welfare, the company offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. Join a team where your contributions will directly impact operations in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Holiday Pay

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift rigging up to 100 lbs.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Must be 18 or older to board a vessel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with locking, sweeping and shoveling barges.
• Daily vessel housekeeping and maintenance tasks.
• Check barges for water or leaks.

Skills

Physical Labor Experience

Outdoor Work

Rigging Handling

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Wrenches

Ratchets

Shackles

Chain Straps

Cables

Job description

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Job Description

Posted Friday, April 11, 2025 at 4:00 AM

About Marquette:
Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky and founded in 1978, Marquette is a leading provider of inland marine transportation services. Our Company operates over 130 towboats on the Mississippi River System, Gulf-Intracoastal Waterway, and near-shore coastwise market. In addition, the Company controls over 1,000 dry cargo barges. The Company has additional offices in St Rose, LA, Lockport, LA and La Porte, TX. With over 1,500 vessel and shore-based employees, Marquette is the largest provider of independent towing services within the inland waterways. We are theonlyfully integrated fleet in the industry that can do what we do.

• Build and check tow by utilizing various tools/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, etc.
• Carry rigging (ratchets, wires and straps) pumps, hoses, lines, and other equipment weighing 50-100 lbs.
• Working outdoors for extended periods of time, and in weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Daily vessel housekeeping such as sweeping, mopping, and cleaning crew living quarters.
• Check barges for water or leaks, which at times requires climbing into confined spaces.
• Maintain vessel appearance to include washing, cleaning, chipping and painting the vessel.
• Assist with the stocking and delivery of various supplies to and from the vessel.
• Ability to 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 (Linehaul Vessels).
• Assist in direct transfer including fuel, lubricants and bilge liquids.
• Periodic cleaning tasks include trash removal, mopping, scraping, sanding and painting.
• Fleet/tow work (preparing barges for delivery to customers).
• Performing other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to be away for periods of time as schedules are generally 28 days away and 14 days home.
• Experience preferred, but not necessary.
• Physical labor experience working outdoors is a plus.
• Reliable transportation.
• 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-100lbs)

Marquette offers competitive pay, health, vision, and dental insurance, holiday pay, company paid life insurance, 401(k) plan, and other incentives.


Marquette is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. By clicking the link below, you authorize Marquette Transportation Company, LLC to contact you by any method at the number provided.