Deckhand: Vessel Deck & Mooring Operations

Moran Towing Corporation; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Moran Towing Corporation in Norfolk, VA, seeks a Deckhand for a full-time position. The Deckhand reports to the Captain and Mate, performing on-deck duties, docking and mooring operations, and engine room rounds as required.

Responsibilities include following lawful orders, reporting hazards, maintaining vessels and equipment, and assisting with cleaning and maintenance. The role requires strong communication and maritime experience; a MMC, TWIC, STCW, medical certification, and drug screening

Qualifications

• MMC or applicable waterway exempt MMC within 60 days of start date.
• TWIC required.
• STCW certification if required for service.
• USCG 719k Physical examination meeting Merchant Mariner Medical certification.
• Pre-Employment Drug Screening.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out all lawful orders.
• Reporting unsafe situations or opportunities for improvement.
• Performing duties safely and efficiently.
• Acting as lookout as required.
• Working on deck, including ship docking and tug mooring operations.
• Conducting engine room rounds as required.
• Being thoroughly familiar with vessel’s equipment.
• Carrying out vessel and equipment cleaning, maintenance duties.

Skills

Excellent communication

Maritime experience

Education

MMC

TWIC

STCW certification

Merchant Mariner Medical certification (719k)

Pre-Employment Drug Screening

Job description

Moran Towing Corporation in Norfolk, VA, seeks a Deckhand for a full-time position. The Deckhand reports to the Captain and Mate, performing on-deck duties, docking and mooring operations, and engine room rounds as required.

Responsibilities include following lawful orders, reporting hazards, maintaining vessels and equipment, and assisting with cleaning and maintenance. The role requires strong communication and maritime experience; a MMC, TWIC, STCW, medical certification, and drug screening