Marine Maintenance Deckhand

NCDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a Marine Maintenance Deckhand to support dredging, piling, ramp, and gantry maintenance along the NC coast. Work schedule is 7 days on and 7 days off, with living accommodations provided on vessels during shifts.

This full-time role is based in Currituck County, NC. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a TWIC card, and may require Coast Guard Master of Towing, National Crane Operator, and Class A CDL.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• TWIC card required; may require Coast Guard Master of Towing, and Class A CDL certifications.
• Knowledge of dredge, cranes, tugs, and related equipment.
• Ability to work in exposed marine environments and follow procedures and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist dredging operations, including dredge pipeline work and dewatering activities.
• Assist in piling work and dolphin structure assembly and repair.
• Assist ramp and gantry maintenance, including hydraulic cylinders and counterweights.

Skills

Dredge operations

Ramp and gantry systems

Crane operation awareness

Policy compliance

Education

High School or GED

Tools

TWIC credential

Job description

## Marine Maintenance DeckhandApply: Currituck County, NC: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: End Date: October 23, 2026 (12 days left to apply): JR-125893**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division****Job Classification Title**Marine Maintenance Deckhand (S)**Position Number****Grade**NC03**About Us**It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.**Description of Work**Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. Multiple Marine Maintenance Deckhand positions will be filled from this posting. These are temporary positions and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with these positions. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. Location Notice: The position requires the employee to travel up and down the NC coast with varying project assignments. Work schedule is 7 days on and then 7 days off. Living accommodations are provided onboard vessels during the 7-day working shift. Relocation to Currituck is unnecessary as the report station will be to project location at any of the Ferry Division terminals. The Marine Maintenance Unit conducts a variety of tasks including dredging, the installation, repair and maintenance of pilings, replacement of channel markers, construction and subsequent maintenance of dredge material placement sites, and the repair and maintenance of ramp and gantry systems at each NCDOT ferry terminal along the coast. This position is responsible for assisting tasks in several different areas including dredging, piling repair and maintenance, ramp repair and maintenance, and maintenance of support vessels. Dredging work activities can include assisting in dredge pipeline assembly by fusing, coupling, and aligning new pipes for floating pipelines, shorelines, and dredge discharge lines in support of dredge operations. Perform activities such as monitoring areas while active dredging is occurring, spill gate installation and maintenance, and material placement area dewatering activities. Piling work activities can include assisting with the operation of tools and equipment for the installation and assembly of dolphin structures consisting of steel tubes, wooden piles, wire rope, fenders, and hardware. Ramp and gantry work activities can include assisting with the cylinder replacement, cable changes, block replacements, painting of decks, by utilizing manlifts, hand tools, crane barge, and other associated materials and equipment. Work involves considerable exposure to the natural elements and taxing manual work from small boats or pontoons. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Marine Maintenance Master and is reviewed through observation of duties performed. Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT and Ferry Division’s drug and Fit-For-Duty tests.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC03 $17 - $18 hourly **Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Basic understanding of the operation and maintenance of dredge, cranes, tugs, and related support equipment.* Knowledge of operations, maintenance, and repairs of working on ramps and gantry systems of different types including hydraulic cylinders and counterweights.* Knowledge of dolphin repair and replacement procedures.* Demonstrated ability to learn, follow and apply policy and procedures as it pertains to laws, departmental rules and regulations. **Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma.Necessary Special RequirementsTransportation Worker Identification Credential Card (TWIC) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)May require National Crane Operator certification, U.S. Coast Guard Master of Towing certification, and a Class A CDL. **In accordance with the Governor’s** **Executive Order 303****, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.**