Towboat Deckhand for Line-Haul Fleet Operations

Ingram Marine Group; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Medical/Prescription Drug plans

Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA

Generous paid time off

401K match

Life and AD&D, EAP, Group Legal, and更多

Job summary

Ingram Marine Group is seeking experienced deckhands for Line haul/Fleet operations. You must have towboat experience and be willing to work at various river segments or vessel types as needed.

You will arrange your own transportation to and from hitches and participate in deck operations and support for tow construction and vessel maintenance. You will perform tow building, vessel housekeeping, locking procedures, and rigging tasks, while staying aware of safety drill requirements and company

Qualifications

• Demonstration of the Ingram Way.
• Ability to uphold Ingram's high safety standards.
• Ability to work away from home for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to respond quickly in unexpected circumstances.
• Demonstration of critical thinking and decision making skills.
• Strong communication within all levels of the organization.
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity.
• Must be able to read/write English per USCG regulations.
• Must be able to obtain the required Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Pass a post-offer process (background check, drug screen, physical).
• Be able to lift and carry up to 110 pounds for up to 1000 feet.
• Be able to work in confined spaces often entered through a manhole.
• Be able to climb a ladder and board and ride in a skiff.

Responsibilities

• Assisting deck crew in tow building (laying wires, tightening ratchets, sweeping and shoveling barges)
• Daily vessel housekeeping (sweeping, mopping and cleaning crew living quarters)
• Assisting with locking procedures
• Carrying rigging (ratchets, wires and straps); pumps, hoses and lines as needed
• Working outdoors for extended periods in various weather conditions
• Checking barges for water and leaks; may require entering confined spaces
• Upkeep of vessel appearance (washing, chipping and painting)
• Assisting the engineer as requested
• Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems
• Participating in safety drills and audits
• Performing other related duties as assigned or requested

Skills

Ingram Way

Safety standards

Flexibility to work away from home

Fast-paced environment

Quick decision making

Strong communication

Teamwork & diversity

English literacy per USCG

TWIC credential

Background check readiness

Physical fitness (lift up to 110 lbs)

Confined spaces awareness

Ladder/climbing skills

Job description

Ingram Marine Group is seeking experienced deckhands for Line haul/Fleet operations. You must have towboat experience and be willing to work at various river segments or vessel types as needed.

You will arrange your own transportation to and from hitches and participate in deck operations and support for tow construction and vessel maintenance. You will perform tow building, vessel housekeeping, locking procedures, and rigging tasks, while staying aware of safety drill requirements and company