Deckhand/Deckhand 2/Fleetmate

Job Overview

A C&B Marine Deckhand/Deckhand2/Fleetmate is responsible for making tow, inspecting tow, locking, painting, and cleaning as assigned by the pilot. An ideal deckhand/deckineer is a team player who can work in all weather conditions, enjoys learning new skills in a fast-paced environment, and is interested in a rewarding long-term career. Although this is an entry level position, those who can demonstrate a willingness to learn and work hard may be rewarded with advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities/Job Content

• Make up tow, switch barges at docks, operate winches and ratchets and couplings
• Ride the head of the tow as a lookout
• Handle line (including splicing and throwing lines)
• Chip and paint vessel and tow
• Shingle minor cracks in vessels
• Assist the port engineer in managing scheduled maintenance and engine room log
• Assist in the repair of all machinery and equipment on board the vessel
• Report all equipment failures or hazardous conditions to the pilot-on-watch
• Monitor the amount of fuel and operating fluid (fuel, lube, oil, water, bilge, etc.) onboard and report findings to the pilot-on-watch
• Ensure that all fire extinguishers are properly charged and tagged
• Maintain a clean and tidy personal quarter and workspace free of spillage and equipment that is not in use
• Grease rudders, jockey bars, bushings and deck fittings
• Dewater barges as necessary
• *Train new employees on C&B practices
• Safety Sensitive Responsibilities including first responder duties
• *Perform engine room maintenance
• All other duties as directed by the pilot or person-in-charge or his designate.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with C&B Marine safety and environmental policies

Requirements/Qualifications

Experience

• No experience is necessary for deckhand position but any experience with marine-based work is preferred
• Deckhand 2’s will be subject to a probation period. During that time an experienced individual designated by management will train the employee

Certifications

• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of employment and maintain thereafter

Physical

A successful DECKHAND/DECKHAND 2’S should be able to do the following several times in a day:

• Fit through normal barge manhole that is 56.5-inches in circumference
• Ascend and descend an 18-foot ladder while wearing a personal flotation device (PFD)
• Ascend and descend 4 flights of stairs without stopping or losing balance
• Transition to and from a small boat from a towing vessel with a 30-inch change in elevation while wearing a PFD
• Step up and down a 12 inch change in elevation without stopping or losing balance
• Walk safely on uneven decks while maintaining balance at all times
• Walk 1200 feet while carrying a 50-pound load
• Lift with legs to pick up a 50-pound load to the shoulder
• Step over deck fittings and objects on deck while maintaining balance
• Reach up 90-degrees with both arms while sitting and standing and pull downward
• Lift 75-pounds from waist to overhead
• Work in confined spaces for extended periods of time

Other

Upon receiving an offer of employment from C&B, employment is conditioned upon the new hire satisfying the below requirements:

• passing a background check,
• providing proof of eligibility to lawfully work in the United States and satisfying the citizenship requirements of 47 U.S.C. § 8103(b)(1), and
• passing a pre-employment physical and drug screen.