Deckhand – Offshore Tugboat Crew (28/14)

Stevens Towing Company; Yonges Island (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical

Dental

Term life

Short term disability

401(k)

Paid vacations

Major holidays

Job summary

Stevens Towing Company, Inc. is seeking a deckhand to join our crew on a tug. The role requires extended away-from-home periods—approximately 28 days at a time—with off-tug rest of 14 days.

This is not a traditional home-based shift; you stay aboard the tug and perform deck-related tasks. Responsibilities include maintaining deck areas, repairing lines, lashing barges, loading/unloading cargo, and standing watch to ensure safe navigation.

Qualifications

• Maritime background required.
• TWIC and safety certifications required (First Aid & CPR).
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the non-engineering areas of the vessel: deck cleaning, painting, rust removal.
• Assist with loading/unloading cargo and lash barges for tow units; inspect them en route.
• Stand watch and look out for other vessels and obstructions during docking and transit.

Skills

Maritime background

TWIC

First Aid CPR

Driver's license

Job description

Stevens Towing Company, Inc. is seeking a deckhand to join our crew on a tug. The role requires extended away-from-home periods—approximately 28 days at a time—with off-tug rest of 14 days.

This is not a traditional home-based shift; you stay aboard the tug and perform deck-related tasks. Responsibilities include maintaining deck areas, repairing lines, lashing barges, loading/unloading cargo, and standing watch to ensure safe navigation.