Fleet Deckhand - Creve Coeur, IL

VetJobs; Creve Coeur (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM, on behalf of American River Transportation Company (ARTCo), seeks a Fleet Deckhand in Creve Coeur, IL. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a daily pay of $249.48. Work involves deck operations aboard a tugboat, with a 14 days on / 7 days off schedule.

Responsibilities include vessel upkeep, towing preparation, fleet work, and assisting crew. Candidates must have a High School/GED, TWIC card, and be able to pass safety and physical exams; background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow direction and execute tasks under the supervision of captain or mate.
• Reading and writing skills sufficient to comprehend/complete a variety of documents.
• Ability to work in a flexible schedule; must allow for changes in assignments, and priorities depending upon identified needs of the vessel.
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work in all types of climates.
• Promote the ADM Way and core Values.
• Must have a demonstrated history of safe work behavior and a sincere desire to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to work extended hours, evenings, weekends and Holidays.
• Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card required. If you do not have a TWIC card upon hire, you must apply for one within 5 days.
• Shift: Deckhands work 14 days on, 7 days off.
• ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• General housekeeping and upkeep of the vessel, including washing, chipping, painting, and cleaning
• Tow work, including building rigging, and building tow for Line boats
• Fleet work, including preparing barges for delivery to local customers
• Assisting barge cleaners, mechanics, and welders may also be required
• Assist the captain with required vessel reports in compliance with environmental, safety and USCG regulations and report any problems or damage
• Report all injuries, illnesses, and near misses in a timely manner

Skills

Follow directions

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Fleet Deckhand - Creve Coeur, IL

This is a full-time, non-exempt level position.

Pay-$249.48/day

Position Summary

ADM is seeking a laborer to work as a deckhand under the direction of a Captain on a tugboat at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) fleeting location in Creve Coeur, IL

Job Responsibilities

• General housekeeping and upkeep of the vessel, including washing, chipping, painting, and cleaning


• Tow work, including building rigging, and building tow for Line boats


• Fleet work, including preparing barges for delivery to local customers


• Assisting barge cleaners, mechanics, and welders may also be required


• Assist the captain with required vessel reports in compliance with environmental, safety and USCG regulations and report any problems or damage


• Report all injuries, illnesses, and near misses in a timely manner

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Ability to follow direction and execute tasks under the supervision of captain or mate


• Reading and writing skills sufficient to comprehend/complete a variety of documents


• Ability to work in a flexible schedule; must allow for changes in assignments, and priorities depending upon identified needs of the vessel


• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team


• Must be able to work in all types of climates


• Promote the ADM Way and core Values


• Must have a demonstrated history of safe work behavior and a sincere desire to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures


• Ability to work extended hours, evenings, weekends and Holidays


• Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card required. If you do not have a TWIC card upon hire, you must apply for one within 5 days


• Shift: Deckhands work 14 days on, 7 days off


• ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Physical Requirements

• Candidates must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening and Company human performance exam (physical ability test)


• Standing for prolonged periods of time


• Frequent heavy lifting


• Prolonged periods of kneeling, bending and climbing stairs/ladders


• Ability to work near or on large bodies of water, at various heights and in confined spaces

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$249.48/day

City: Creve Coeur

State: Illinois

Job Category: Warehouse

Job Code: Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor: ADM