Fleet Deckhand - Wickliffe, KY

Kentuckyagconnection; Kentucky; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agriculture and food solutions is seeking a Fleet Deckhand in Wickliffe, KY. This full-time position includes responsibilities such as vessel upkeep, assisting in tow work, and supporting the captain with operational reports while ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should possess teamwork skills and a commitment to safe work behavior.

Qualifications

• Inland waterway decking experience preferred.
• Must have a current TWIC card.
• Ability to work in all types of climates.

Responsibilities

• General housekeeping and upkeep of the vessel.
• Tow work, including building rigging and tow.
• Assist captain with required vessel reports.

Skills

Ability to follow direction

Teamwork

Reading and writing skills

Flexible schedule

Safety awareness

Job description

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Job Description

Fleet Deckhand - Wickliffe, KY

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

Position Summary:

• ADM is seeking a laborer to work as a deckhand under the direction of a Captain on a tug boat at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) fleeting location in Wickliffe, KY.

Job Responsibilities:

• General housekeeping and upkeep of the vessel, including washing, chipping, painting, and cleaning
• Tow work, including building rigging, and building tow for Lineboats
• 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
• Additional duties and responsibilities as required or requested

Job Requirements:

• Ability to follow direction and execute tasks under the supervision of captain or mate
• Inland waterway decking experience preferred, but not required
• 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

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

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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