01/20/2023
The primary responsibility of the Deckhand is to safely support and help maintain the Aunt Donna / G.I. Joe
Push Boat for the Natalie Jean Marine, LLC organization.
• Work directly with vessel crew and shore-side staff to ensure they have the skills and resources necessary to achieve the company’s goals
• Handles lines, tie up barges in fleets or to docks
• The Deckhand will make and break tow using all necessary equipment
• Conduct onboard maintenance, repairs, and upkeep
• Radio watch when boat is detained at the locks
• Chipping and painting
• Cleaning
• Cooking
• Oil changes
• Lubricating machinery and equipment
• Maintaining and ensuring the quality control of the motor vessel’s Preventive Maintenance System
• Inspects machinery, equipment
• Conducts on-site surveys of vessel equipment to determine maintenance and repair needs
• Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC
• Must have a valid/current driver’s license, no exceptions
• Must be able to work various hours/holidays/weekends
Education/Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
Physical Requirements
• Must meet “fit for duty” requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test)
• The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces
• Must be able to work in difficult conditions with exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, wind, heat, etc.)
• Must be comfortable working aboard boats and barges
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work at protected heights up to 40 feet
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus