Mate

Manson-Construction; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mate at Manson Construction Co. oversees Deckhands and directs work on dredges, pipelines, and auxiliary gear. You will work 8–12 hour shifts and travel extensively to marine construction sites across North America.

Founded in 1905, Manson provides marine infrastructure services with a strong safety culture and ethical standards. This role requires leadership, practical marine knowledge, and the ability to coordinate crews efficiently.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a marine environment, preferably with dredges, dredge pipelines, and dredge auxiliary equipment.
• Willingness to travel and work a rotating schedule.
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
• Reliable transportation to and from the job site.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the Deckhands and oversee maintenance and operation of dredges and related equipment.
• Secure mooring lines, splice cables, and assist with pipe handling and loader operations.
• Maintain safety, perform JSAs, and ensure compliance with ethics and standards.

Skills

Marine environment experience

Willing to travel

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Job description

The Mate is responsible for directing and managing the Deckhands and completing work activities associated with the maintenance and operation of dredges, dredge pipelines, and dredge auxiliary equipment. The Mate must be able to work 8-to-12-hour shifts, on all types of dredges or marine construction projects. Extensive travel will be required for this position.

Manson Construction Co. was founded in 1905 as a small pile-driving business supporting the early development of Seattle’s waterfront. Today, Manson’s legacy of quality marine services continues to grow at locations throughout North America. With more than 800 employees and a large fleet of equipment, Manson supports high-profile marine infrastructure and energy projects across the nation.

Manson Construction represents generations of people, families, and communities whose commitment to success, safety, and ingenuity aligns with our core values: Take care of people; Do the right thing; and find a better way. At Manson, we strive to create an engaging and respectful environment where employees can share their ideas. We recognize that our employees are Manson’s number one asset and the reason why we continue to execute benchmark work in the marine construction and dredging industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages Deckhands and assists to:
  • Secure mooring lines to the dredge, scows, dredge tender or attending plant
  • Splices and repairs cables and towing ropes
  • Sweeps and washes down all decks on the dredge and attending plant
  • Assists with work on the pontoon line, submerged line, scow or attending plant
  • Assists with work on the anchors and spud systems
  • Assists with cleaning of the pump and work on the cutterhead
  • Acts as signal person for the equipment operators
  • Helps to unload and load pipe as well as secure pipe to trucks
  • Chips, paints, sweeps and washes down equipment on the job site
  • Inspect shore pipe for leaks and assists with work on the pipe
  • Safely secure the work area to allow only authorized personnel onto work zone
  • Operate four wheel rough terrain vehicles for transport and delivery
  • Loads and unloads materials from the dredge, deck barges, and miscellaneous equipment
  • Perform JSA’s prior to work activity and execute the work accordingly
  • Responsible for writing / participating in JSA’s for the safe execution of all work projects.
  • Responsible for assuring those skill sets of personnel under their direction align to the task at hand.
  • Sets operational, safety and environmental goals for the work
  • Maintains appropriate levels of crew and supporting equipment
  • Follows USCG rules and regulations
  • Maintain and enforce a safe working environment.
  • Ensures compliance with Manson’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct.
  • Maintain a high standard of ethical behavior, encourages ethical behavior in others, supports ethical decisions and actively seeks appropriate resolution to potential ethical conflicts.
  • Responsible for practicing safe work standards and promoting an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) work environment as a condition of employment
  • Additional duties may be assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities desired in candidates.

• 2+ years’ experience in a marine environment, preferably with dredges, dredge pipelines, and dredge auxiliary equipment.
• Must be able to travel and work a rotating schedule
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site
• Must have valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record

Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must be able to meet the physical requirements of this position, including:

• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and on marine vessels in water
• Able to safely execute duties in and around heavy equipment/large machinery in marine dredging and marine construction job sites
• Able to wear the personal protective equipment (PPE) required of various construction work environments (hard hats, personal floatation devices, safety glasses, respirators, etc.)

Manson Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. Manson is a Drug-Free Workplace.

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