Offshore OSV Deckhand - Towing, Salvage & Charter Ops

TowBoatU.S. Ft. Lauderdale; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development and Training

Job summary

TowBoatU.S. Ft. Lauderdale is seeking dependable, hardworking crew members to serve aboard our 96-foot Offshore Supply Vessel, Richard L.

Becker. This hands-on role supports towing, offshore charter projects, cargo and personnel transport, salvage support, vessel maintenance, and equipment deployment. The ideal candidate is comfortable working offshore, values safety, and is ready to contribute as part of a professional marine operations team for South Florida, U.S.

Qualifications

• STCW certification required.
• Current TWIC card required.
• Valid passport required.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Port Everglades Port ID or ability to obtain one.
• Able to participate in a random drug testing program.
• Willing to travel and work extended assignments as needed.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety; team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vessel operations during towing, charter, transportation, and salvage support projects.
• Participate in deck operations, line handling, towing gear deployment, and vessel mooring.
• Assist with loading, unloading, securing, and transporting cargo and equipment.
• Support crane, lifting, rigging, and equipment deployment operations.
• Perform vessel maintenance, cleaning, painting, and preservation tasks.
• Assist with routine inspections and preventative maintenance of vessel systems and equipment.
• Maintain decks, machinery spaces, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Participate in safety drills, emergency response procedures, and vessel readiness activities.
• Assist with fueling operations and inventory management.
• Support offshore projects along South Florida, the U.S. East Coast, and the Bahamas.

Skills

STCW Certification

Current TWIC Card

Valid Passport

Valid Driver’s License

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Willingness to travel

Job description

TowBoatU.S. Ft. Lauderdale is seeking dependable, hardworking crew members to serve aboard our 96-foot Offshore Supply Vessel, Richard L.

Becker. This hands-on role supports towing, offshore charter projects, cargo and personnel transport, salvage support, vessel maintenance, and equipment deployment. The ideal candidate is comfortable working offshore, values safety, and is ready to contribute as part of a professional marine operations team for South Florida, U.S.