Lineboat Deckhand - On-call

Moran Towing Corporation; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Team-oriented work environment

Job summary

Moran Towing Corporation is seeking a dedicated Lineboat Deckhand for operations in Wilmington, NC. This role involves handling lines, assisting in vessel operations, and ensuring all safety protocols are followed. Candidates should have a strong marine background and the ability to adapt to varied work hours.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma, a valid TWIC card, and a mechanical aptitude. A commitment to teamwork and safety is essential. Competitive pay ranges from $20.00 to $50.00 per hour is offered, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, speak and understand English.
• Strong background in marine environment with experience on commercial vessels preferred.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of schedules including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Handle lines on Line Boats efficiently.
• Assist Captain with pre-sail safety checks.
• Participate in all safety and emergency drills.
• Deliver goods to vessels as required.

Skills

Marine environment experience

Mechanical aptitude

Basic seamanship skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid TWIC card

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

O.E. DuRant, Inc. (www.oedurant.com) has an opportunity available for a Lineboat Deckhand. This is a Casual Relief, hourly, non-exempt position.

Company Overview

O.E. DuRant, Inc., located in Wilmington, NC and Charleston, SC, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Moran Towing Corporation, and, working with Moran Environmental Recovery, provides ship chandlery and line boat services to customers.

Moran Towing Corporation is one of the oldest companies in America and has prospered by continuously reinventing itself for over 160 years. Starting in 1860 as a tugboat company, we have grown from those roots to become a dominant provider of commercial ship docking services, marine transportation, LNG support operations, environmental recovery, and commercial diving services. While economies, cultures, markets, and technology will always continue to evolve, our steadfast commitment to partnering with our employees and customers to solve our customers’ marine requirements has enabled us to stay the course year after year.

Position Summary

The Line Boat Deckhand ("Deckhand") position at O.E. Durant, Inc. works as a valued member of the line handling operations. This job primarily consists of handling lines on Line Boats, piers, and docks on Company property, private property, federal and state restricted property and on inland waters. The Deckhand is responsible for safe and efficient mooring and/or unmooring of foreign and domestic vessels.

It is strongly preferred that candidates live within a 10 mile radius of the position location due to the on-call nature of the job.

As a member of the vessel’s crew, the Deckhand actively participates in all safety and environmental programs, including emergency drills. The incumbent will practice safety at all times, comply with all Company regulations and procedures, and give prompt, “First Class” service.

The Deckhand reports directly to the Captain of the Line Boat.

Specific Responsibilities

• Fully conversant with, and always work according to, the Company’s Safety Management System.
• Reports unsafe situations immediately as well as opportunities for improvement to the Captain.
• Assists the Captain in pre-sail safety checks and routine inspections of the vessel’s safety equipment.
• Cooperates with other crew members, assists to perform their jobs efficiently and safely.
• Runs lines to make vessel fast to the berth or turn loose for the vessel to set sail, either manually or under line boat power.
• Delivers pallets or goods via launch service to vessels.
• Assists in the transfer of cargo when necessary and as directed by the Captain.
• Ensures safe, smooth operations by always being aware of surroundings, including paying attention to the safety of the ship’s crew as much as paying attention to the safety of yourself and others on your vessel.
• Helps with maintenance tasks, equipment checks, or any other duties assigned by the Captain.
• Communicates accurate, timely information in a professional manner with own crew, terminal employees, and visiting vessel crews.
• Maintains and protects all property in excellent condition.
• Acts as the lookout as required.
• Demonstrates thorough familiarity with the vessel’s equipment.
• Carries out vessel and equipment cleaning post job, as well as maintenance duties when assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Captain or his designate.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• Strong background in marine environment, with experience on commercial vessels preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude for operating vessel/machinery/equipment.
• Ability to read, speak and understand English over radio, telephone and/or radio.
• Valid Driver’s License and safe driving record are required and must be maintained during employment. Incumbent must adhere to the requirements of the Company’s Driver Safety Policy.
• Demonstrated knowledge of using cargo information cards and material safety data sheets.
• Basic computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must demonstrate, or be willing to learn, basic seamanship skills and knowledge, e.g. splicing, rigging, lifting, etc.
• Demonstrated organizational, written, and verbal communication skills for effective teamwork.
• Demonstrated good judgment for effective problem solving.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to a variety of schedules and hours, including taking call outs and working weekends, holidays, and at nights.

Physical Demands

• Climb ladders as well as board and disembark boats safely.
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Frequently reach with hands and arms.
• Work safely and navigate in a marine setting.
• Speak, hear, and see (close vision and color vision).
• Occasionally crouch or stoop.
• Frequently lift and/or carry up to 75 lbs.
• Hear and respond to verbal communication in noisy environments such as piers, docks, and warehouses with moving heavy equipment.
• Withstand exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, rain, cold and or/humidity.

Additional Information

• Competitive compensation
• Career development opportunities
• Team-oriented work environment

Pay Transparency

Moran Towing Corporation offers generous benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and competitive salaries based on geographic location. Our target pay range for the Lineboat Deckhand position is $20.00 -$50.00 per hour. This pay range represents Moran's commitment to pay transparency and is a reasonable estimate of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. The final salary for this role will be determined based on careful consideration of a variety of factors, such as the candidate’s exact location, experience, and expertise related to the qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

O.E. DuRant is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.