Dredge Deckhand

The dredge/towboat deckhand will perform all general labor type work and duty required to safely operate and maintain the dredge and towboat as directed by supervisor.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Dredge, barge, and towboat housekeeping
• Handling lines and cables for barges and anchors
• Maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment
• Chipping and painting
• Maintenance of all safety equipment

Work will be performed on a dredge on the Arkansas River, being done primarily above or adjacent to water. After a 60 day probation period, we offer a competitive benefits package, which includes health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, and a 401k plan.

Requirements of the position are:

• Familiarity and comfort with work over and adjacent to water
• Ability to work during severe conditions including inclement weather
• Ability to 12 hours per day
• Ability to work Saturday
• Ability and willingness to do manual labor including lifting items as heavy as 50 pounds

We supply high-quality sand and gravel in Central Arkansas from two distribution facilities located on the banks of the Arkansas River (North Little Rock and Conway). From product quality and customer service to equipment maintenance and safety standards, we take pride in a job well done - and we've been doing jobs well since 1958. Our team is consistent and dependable, just like our products.

We stand by our work, and our clients:

• Residential and Commercial
• State Highway and Transportation
• US Army Corp of Engineers
• FAA
• Golf Course
• Landfill Construction

Jeffrey Sand is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes Affirmative Action for Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled

Please note: This employment position may be considered a Safety Sensitive Position related to the operation of equipment or working in proximity of operating equipment, working over or adjacent to water, working at a height, or a particular assignment regulated by license, credential, or contract which stipulates the position or work as Safety Sensitive.