Tugboat Deckhand

Integratedcooling; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary DOE

Opportunity to grow with an industry leader

Great benefits plan

401k with match

Job summary

A maritime transportation company is seeking a full-time Tugboat Deckhand in Port Arthur, Texas. The role involves ensuring safe and efficient vessel operations, maintaining cleanliness, assisting in navigation, and performing routine maintenance. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, have at least one year of tugboat experience, strong communication skills, and a valid TWIC card. The position offers competitive salary based on experience and benefits like a 401k with match.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid TWIC Card.
• Minimum of one (1) year of tugboat experience as a deckhand required.
• Familiarity with vessel navigation and safety procedures is essential.
• Mechanical aptitude is a must.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.
• Ability to operate small boats and other vessel equipment.
• Military experience preferred. Coast Guard or Navy experience highly desired.
• Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; TWIC Card may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the vessel.
• Assist with navigation and mooring operations.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Assist with loading and unloading cargo.
• Handles mooring lines and rigging
• Ensure safety equipment is utilized and guidelines followed
• Develop understanding of shipboard safety procedures and equipment
• Participate in meetings, training, drills and safety audits
• Interact courteously with coworkers and clients
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Vessel navigation

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Small boats operation

Job description

Tugboat Deckhand

Your New Company:

YOUR COMPASS TO SUCCESS

At Next Generation Logistics Companies, we are committed to workplace safety.

We are a trusted maritime transportation, construction and logistics company providing our services on both land and sea.

Our customers choose us because we continually surpass their expectations.

Next Gen's mission is to become each industry’s service company of choice by providing value-added business solutions delivered with integrity, professionalism and a commitment to individual safety and environmental responsibility.

Next Gen sets the benchmark for quality and reliable operations. It provides safe, responsible, reliable, and efficient service to our customers. We adhere to our quality systems framework, which is the keystone of our success.

Your new role:

Next Generation Logistics Companies is looking for a full-time, Tugboat Deckhand working on a tugboat vessel. As a Deckhand at NGL Companies, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our vessels. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the vessel, assisting with navigation and mooring operations, and performing routine maintenance tasks. Your attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure will be essential in this role. You will work closely with the captain, and other crew members to ensure that all tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the vessel
• Assist with navigation and mooring operations
• Perform routine maintenance tasks
• Assist with the loading and unloading of cargo
• Handles mooring lines and rigging.
• Ensure that safety equipment is utilized, and appropriate guidelines are followed for all tasks involving physical risk or hazardous materials.
• Develop understanding of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment (i.e. fire extinguishers; fire stations; life preservers; work vest; and life floats).
• Participate in meetings; training; drills and safety audits as required by Customer and Company policy.
• Must possess a strong desire to provide excellent customer service solutions and interact with coworkers and clients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of tugboat experience as a deckhand required.
• Familiarity with vessel navigation and safety procedures.
• Mechanical aptitude is a must.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.
• Ability to operate small boats and other vessel equipment.
• Military experience preferred. Coast Guard or Navy experience highly desired.

Credentials

• Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired.
• You must have a valid TWIC Card.

Physical Demands

You must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time. Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically. Willingness to work long hours and in varying weather conditions. The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.

What you will get in return

• Competitive salary DOE
• Opportunity to grow with an industry leader
• Great benefits plan
• 401k with match

COMPETITIVE SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED CANDIDATES. EMPLOYMENT OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON A REVIEW OF REFERENCES, SATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF A DRUG SCREEN, AND ANALYSIS OF FULL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS.

Next Generation Logistics is an equal-opportunity employer. Next Generation Logistics does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.