Offshore Deckhand - Tow, Barge Ops & Vessel Maintenance

seattle-harleymarine; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerline Logistics is seeking a deckhand to maintain tug and barge readiness, assist the crew, and perform routine maintenance. You will work under the Captain, Mate, and Engineer, handling lines, tying tows, operating radios, and supporting safety procedures.

Requirements include MMC, VI/1 and VI/6 endorsements, VPDSD eligibility, Tankerman PIC or plan to obtain, TWIC, and valid safety certifications. Candidates must be able to work diverse schedules and adapt to container and maritime

Qualifications

• MMC and required training must be valid at hire.
• Endorsements VPDSD (VI/6-2) within 90 days highly preferred.
• Tankerman PIC endorsement or plan to obtain within 6 months.
• First aid/CPR certified and TWIC valid.
• HAZWOPER training completed within 90 days of hire.
• English comprehension to understand orders and cargo docs.

Responsibilities

• Deck must be clean and prepared for tow operations.
• Assist Captain/Mate and Engineer as directed.
• Handle heavy lines, hoses, and rigging on barges.
• Make up tows, knot tying, line splicing, and signaling.
• Operate radio and provide course/signal information.
• Lubrication, fueling tugs, and basic maintenance.
• Load supplies; clean galley and heads daily.

Skills

English communication

Crew teamwork

Safety consciousness

Reading cargo information cards

Education

MMC Certification

Basic Training (VI/1)

Security Awareness (VI/6)

VPDSD endorsements (VI/6-2)

Tankerman PIC Endorsement

First aid/CPR

HAZWOPER training

TWIC

State driver's license

Tools

Pike poles

Winches

Power tools

Radio procedures

Job description

Centerline Logistics is seeking a deckhand to maintain tug and barge readiness, assist the crew, and perform routine maintenance. You will work under the Captain, Mate, and Engineer, handling lines, tying tows, operating radios, and supporting safety procedures.

Requirements include MMC, VI/1 and VI/6 endorsements, VPDSD eligibility, Tankerman PIC or plan to obtain, TWIC, and valid safety certifications. Candidates must be able to work diverse schedules and adapt to container and maritime