Deckhand: Tug & Barge Operations

Centerline Logistics Corporation; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Sick pay

Job summary

Centerline Logistics seeks a capable deckhand to support tug and barge operations along the U.S. coast. You will assist the captain and mate, perform maintenance, handle lines, and help with towing tasks to keep vessels ready for customers.

The role requires a valid U.S. Coast Guard MMC and STCW endorsements, as well as a CPR/first aid certificate; HAZWOPER training within 90 days is required. English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• MMC and STCW endorsements required; ability to obtain missing endorsements within 90 days.
• Valid first aid/CPR certificate.
• HAZWOPER training completed within 90 days of hire.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Ability to understand and follow orders in English.

Responsibilities

• Deck must be cleaned and free of lines. Make up all tows as directed by captain or mate.
• Work aboard boats and barges using pike poles, heavy lines, winches, and maintenance tools.
• Participate in any training scheduled by supervisor.
• Knot tying, line/wire splicing, make up and handle heaving lines and messengers.
• Make up and throw heaving lines.
• Perform lubrication services.
• Properly tie off barge tows.
• Give proper direction and distance signals and information.
• Use the radio.
• Steering the tug.
• Fuel tug.
• Empty trash, clean heads and galley daily.
• Remove all garbage and clean all decks at decrew.
• Paint inside and outside of tug on an on-going basis.
• Carry out essential job responsibilities with minimal direction.
• Cleaning heads on tugs daily.
• Loading supplies.
• General cleanup of tugs and barges.
• General cooking and galley duties as may be required.

Skills

MMC Credential

STCW Endorsements

First aid/CPR

HAZWOPER Training

Valid Driver's License

English Communication

Job description

Centerline Logistics seeks a capable deckhand to support tug and barge operations along the U.S. coast. You will assist the captain and mate, perform maintenance, handle lines, and help with towing tasks to keep vessels ready for customers.

The role requires a valid U.S. Coast Guard MMC and STCW endorsements, as well as a CPR/first aid certificate; HAZWOPER training within 90 days is required. English communication is essential.