Deckhand: Towage, Deck/Engine Maintenance & Safety

fossmaritime; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay + Benefits

PPO Plan

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Pension

401(k) opt-in

Travel assistance

Job summary

Foss Maritime is seeking a Deckhand to join our team in Long Beach, CA. You will perform deck and engine maintenance checks and support towing operations, ensuring safety and reliability for our maritime services.

The role requires Coast Guard credentials (MMD/MMC) and TWIC; AB with STCW is preferred. Union membership or eligibility upon hire is also required. Compensation includes hourly pay and standard maritime benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid US Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document (MMD) or Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC) is required.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) is required.
• AB limited with a valid STCW endorsement is preferred.
• Must possess valid travel identification.
• Must be a current member of the Union or able to join the Union upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform necessary deck and engine maintenance checks.
• Serve as the first line of defense against the spread of bacteria or illnesses; clean common surfaces.
• Properly make and break barge tows, raft tows, etc.
• Assist Mate and/or Captain as required.

Skills

MMD/MMC

TWIC

AB with STCW

Travel ID

Union membership

Job description

Foss Maritime is seeking a Deckhand to join our team in Long Beach, CA. You will perform deck and engine maintenance checks and support towing operations, ensuring safety and reliability for our maritime services.

The role requires Coast Guard credentials (MMD/MMC) and TWIC; AB with STCW is preferred. Union membership or eligibility upon hire is also required. Compensation includes hourly pay and standard maritime benefits.