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Towing Deckhand AB

Location: 

Covington, LA, US

Requisition ID: 168729 

Position Summary

Responsible for deck duties including providing a safe, clean vessel for crew members, and is required to comply with safety regulations and procedures to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations. 

Experience Level

Intermediate 

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

  • All aspects of line handling.
  • Vessel maintenance and housekeeping, including meal preparation.
  • Stands wheel watch as required.
  • Maintains the vessel exterior in good order including painting or chipping as needed.
  • Ensures a clean sanitary environment aboard the vessel .
  • Aids as needed to the captain in checking and inspecting the vessel’s safety equipment.
  • Provides support to the engine room as needed per direction of the captain and/or the Engineer.
  • Present on deck and within always communicating distance while the captain or mate is operating the stern controls.
  • Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “incident and injury free” work environment. 

Qualifications

  • 0-2 years of experience as Able-Bodied Seafarer.
  • Ability to work rotational 12 hour watch.
  • Ability to work 28 days on, 14 days off, revised as necessary.
  • Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.
  • Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely and efficiently.

Requirements

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  • Merchant Mariners Credentials (MMC)
  • Standards of Training, Certifications and Watchkeeping (STCW)
  • STCW Medical card
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • CPR/AED First Aid Certification
  • Valid US Passport preferred
  • Driver’s license preferred
  • Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels.
  • Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders.
  • Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted
  • Performs other duties as required. 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Few contractors can build what Weeks builds, the way Weeks builds it. We only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best.

There’s no limit to what you’ll work on at Weeks Marine. With marine construction and dredging projects across North America, you’ll be challenged and have more opportunities to grow from Day One — all while helping people across the globe live better.

If you're looking for a career that can take you places, look no further.


Nearest Major Market: New Orleans

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