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Experienced Deckhand

Ingram Barge Company

Experienced Deckhand

Paducah, KY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Assist deck crew in tow building (laying wires, tighten ratchets, sweep and shovel barges)
    • Daily vessel housekeeping (sweeping, mopping and cleaning crew living quarters)
    • Assist with locking
    • Carry rigging (ratchets, wires and straps) pumps, hoses and lines
    • Work outdoors for extended periods of time in weather conditions such as heat/cold & rain/snow
    • Check barges for water and leaks – which at times requires climbing into confined spaces
    • Upkeep of vessel appearance includes sooging ( washing ), chipping and painting
    • Assist the Engineer as requested
    • Practice safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems
    • Participate in safety drills and audits
    • Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Demonstration of the Ingram Way
    • Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards
    • Ability to work away from home for extended periods (14, 21 or 28 day hitches)
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
    • Ability to respond quickly in an unexpected circumstance
    • Demonstration of critical thinking and decision making skills
    • Strong communication within all levels of the organization
    • Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity
    • Must be able to read/write the English language per USCG regulations
    • Must obtain a valid TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
    • Pass a post-offer process if an offer is made (background check, drug screen, physical)
    • Be able to lift and carry up to 110 pounds for up to 1000 feet
    • Be able to work in confined spaces often entered through a manhole
    • Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff

    Additional Information

    Must have Towboat Experience. Please see videos below!

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at Recruiting@ingrambarge.com

    Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

    EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled

    We participate in EVerify

    http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

    http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf

  • Industry
    Transportation / Trucking / Railroad