Experienced/ Lead/ Mate Deckhand

Ingram Barge Company; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical with HSA

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading inland waterway transportation company in Paducah, Kentucky seeks individuals with Towboat experience for a maritime role. Responsibilities include assisting deck crews with maintaining vessels, performing daily housekeeping tasks, and ensuring safety standards are met. Applicants must be able to work in various weather conditions and are required to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have Towboat Experience.
• Must be able to read/write the English language per USCG regulations.
• Pass a post-offer process (background check, drug screen, physical).

Responsibilities

• Assist deck crew in tow building.
• Conduct daily vessel housekeeping.
• Check barges for water and leaks.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Safety standards adherence

Job description

Ingram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America’s inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet of barges that transport aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products.

We’re committed to being the best at whatever we do. We’re continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we’re successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates.

Job Description

Before applying please note:

Must have Towboat Experience. Please see videos below!

Yes you may be assigned to any river segment or vessel type based upon Company needs at time of your hire. As an Ingram associate, you will be reliable for your own transportation to and from your hitches.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Assisting deck crew in tow building (laying wires, tighten ratchets, sweep and shovel barges)
• Daily vessel housekeeping (sweeping, mopping and cleaning crew living quarters)
• Assisting with locking
• Carrying rigging (ratchets, wires and straps) pumps, hoses and lines
• Working outdoors for extended periods of time in weather conditions such as heat/cold & rain/snow
• Checking barges for water and leaks – which at times requires climbing into confined spaces
• Upkeep of vessel appearance includes sooging (washing), chipping and painting
• Assisting the Engineer as requested
• Practicingsafe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems
• Participatingin safety drills and audits
• Performing other related duties as assigned or requested

Qualifications

• Demonstration of the Ingram Way
• Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards
• Ability to work away from home for extended periods
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to respond quickly in an unexpected circumstance
• Demonstration of critical thinking and decision making skills
• Strong communication within all levels of the organization
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity
• Must be able to read/write the English language per USCG regulations
• Must be able to obtain required Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
• Pass a post‑offer process if an offer is made (background check, drug screen, physical)
• Be able to lift and carry up to 110 pounds for up to 1000 feet
• Be able to work in confined spaces often entered through a manhole
• Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff

Additional Information

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.
• Generous paid time off benefits
• 401K match
• Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
• Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program

Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates ("Company") is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work‑related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.