Deckhand 2 (Houma)

Weeks Marine; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeks Marine is seeking Assist Deckhands to perform supportive duties aboard dredge operations. Under immediate supervision, you will learn to secure mooring lines, operate deck gear, load and unload materials, and help maintain deck integrity.

You must be able to live aboard for full rotations, tolerate rough seas, and follow written and oral instructions. A TWIC is preferred or willing to obtain; strong teamwork and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Able to work 84 hour work week.
• Able to live aboard vessel for full rotation.
• Ability to understand hand signals.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under supervision.
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools.

Responsibilities

• Secure mooring lines to the dredge, scows, dredge Tender or attending plant.
• Splice and repair cables and towing ropes.
• Assist with the lubrication of deck machinery.
• Load and unload materials from the dredge, deck barges, scows and miscellaneous dredging equipment.
• Sweep and wash down all decks on the dredge and attending plant.
• Chip and paint decks and superstructure of the dredge and attending plant.
• Assist with work on the pontoon line, submerge line, scow or attending plant.
• Assist with work on the anchors and spud systems.
• Assist with cleaning of the pump and work on the cutter head.
• Responsible for the safe and timely deployment of survival craft and evacuation of site personnel (If has MMC with AB endorsement).
• Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “Incident and Injury Free” work environment.

Skills

Long shifts

Live-aboard experience

Hand signals

Instruction following

Tool safety

Job description

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Assist Deckhands by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Experience Level

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Learn and assist all the following duties:
• Secure mooring lines to the dredge, scows, dredge Tender or attending plant.
• Splice and repair cables and towing ropes.
• Assist with the lubrication of deck machinery.
• Load and unload materials from the dredge, deck barges, scows and miscellaneous dredging equipment.
• Sweep and wash down all decks on the dredge and attending plant.
• Chip and paint decks and superstructure of the dredge and attending plant.
• Assist with work on the pontoon line, submerge line, scow or attending plant.
• Assist with work on the anchors and spud systems.
• Assist with cleaning of the pump and work on the cutter head.
• Responsible for the safe and timely deployment of survival craft and evacuation of site personnel (If has MMC with AB endorsement).
• Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “Incident and Injury Free” work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 84 hour work week
• Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation.
• Ability to understand hand signals.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools.

Work Setting & Job Requirements

• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) preferred, or willing to obtain upon hire.
• Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels.
• Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders.
• Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Few contractors can build what Weeksbuilds, the way Weeksbuilds it. We only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best.

There’s no limit to what you’ll work on at Weeks Marine. With marine construction and dredging projects across North America, you’ll be challenged and have more opportunities to grow from Day One— all while helping people across the globe live better.

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