Portland-Based Deckhand Engineer Maritime Operations

Foss; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate $35.53–$44.42/hr

National PPO Plan

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Pension

Optional 401(k) plan participation

Travel assistance

Job summary

Foss Maritime is seeking a Deckhand in Portland, Oregon to perform deck and engine maintenance, assist the Mate and Captain, and help ensure safe, reliable maritime services aboard our vessels.

We value teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Eligible candidates hold a US Coast Guard MMD/MMC and TWIC; AB limited with STCW is preferred; union membership is required or can be joined upon hire. Benefits include comprehensive health, retirement, and travel support.

Qualifications

• Valid US Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document (MMD) or MMC.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• AB limited with a valid STCW endorsement preferred.
• Must possess valid travel identification.
• Current member of the Union or able to join the Union upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform necessary deck and engine maintenance checks.
• Serve as the first line of defense against the spread of bacteria or potential illnesses. Shall clean every surface that is a common area utilized by crew(s).
• Properly make and break barge tows, raft tows, etc.
• Assist Mate and/or Captain as required.

Skills

Coast Guard credentials

TWIC credential

AB limited with STCW

Union membership

Travel identification

Job description

Foss Maritime is seeking a Deckhand in Portland, Oregon to perform deck and engine maintenance, assist the Mate and Captain, and help ensure safe, reliable maritime services aboard our vessels.

We value teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Eligible candidates hold a US Coast Guard MMD/MMC and TWIC; AB limited with STCW is preferred; union membership is required or can be joined upon hire. Benefits include comprehensive health, retirement, and travel support.