Baton Rouge Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

 ***You MUST live within 45 minutes of Baton Rouge, LA to be eligible for this position***

Deckhands build tows by handling lines and cables to tie/untie barges and boats. Deckhands also perform scheduled vessel maintenance for tools and equipment, and perform general housekeeping duties as assigned by their supervisor.

***This is a deckhand position working on a fleet boat. This position does not follow the Tankerman Career Path.  Apply to the "Inland Deckhand" position if you are interested in becoming a tankerman.***

Those interested in working on a "live aboard" vessel that do not live within 45 minutes of Baton Rouge, LA, should apply to the "Entry Level Inland Deckhand" or "Intermediate & Experienced Inland Deckhand" Position.

Deckhands will adhere to company safety policy and procedures, environmental rules and governmental regulation.

Deckhands work under the supervision of the Master or designate.

Basic Functions:

WORK CONDITIONS

• The schedule is either 14 days on/7 days off or 20 days on/10 days off. 12 Hours shifts working days and nights.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather outdoor, heat and cold.
• Must be willing and able to attend paid required training on and off scheduled work time.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive to/from vessel location.

COMPENSATION

• $207/DAY, PLUS BENEFITS (MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION/401K, ETC.)

QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Valid TWIC card must be in hand prior to applying. Need a TWIC card? Apply here.
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must not have a DWI or DUI in the last three years
• Must not have more than 2 moving driving violations in the last 3 years
• Must be able to satisfy all United States Coast Guard physical requirements (CG-719K) and as found in 46 CFR Part 10
• Must be able to satisfy all United States Coast Guard Chemical Drug Testing Programs for Vessel Personnel, as found in 46 CFR Part 10
• Must be able to satisfy all United States Coast Guard physical requirements
• Must be able to pass company requirements of 46 CFR Part 197 Subpart C Benzene
• Valid state issued birth certificate required.
• Valid social security card required
• Must be 18 years of age
• Cannot have any criminal charges pending or be on probation
• Must be able to meet standards of Criteria Skill Assessment (online)
• Must be able to read and write English
• Ability to understand written and verbal orders
• Must not be color blind

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Walk - Must be able to walk 2-3 miles per day
• Step - Must be able to step 2ft vertical and 2ft horizontal
• Reach - Must be able to extend arms fully throughout a normal range of motion both in a horizontal and vertical plane (i.e., throwing and catching lines)
• Climb - Must be able to climb a 90 degree vertical ladder 25-30 feet, and carry weight while climbing
• Grip/Hold/Pull - Must be able to grip, hold and pull 50lbs
• Lift - Must be able to lift 75lbs.
• Lift & Carry - Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs for approximately 350 feet
• Vision - Color vision and eyesight must be sufficient to pass an eye test as required to obtain a merchant mariners credential. This requires an uncorrected vision of at least 20/200 in each eye corrected to 20/40 in each eye
• Hearing - Must meet minimum standards, as per USCG requirements
• Speech - Must be able to verbally communicate in the English language both in delivery and ability to be understood using handheld radios or other devices, as required
• Smell - Must possess a sense of smell to be able to detect the presence of potentially dangerous vapors
• Pulmonary Functions - Must pass a pulmonary function test with a minimum score of 75%
• General - Must be able to enter and exit hatches/doorways quickly in case of emergency.
• Equipment - Must be able to wear a negative or positive pressure respirator, PVC foul weather gear, personal flotation device, rubber gloves and boots. 
• Ability to use firefighting / spill containment equipment