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Tugboat Deckhand

Lake Charles, LA · Remote

Coast Guard or Navy experience highly desired. Credentials: * Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired. * You must have a valid TWIC Card. Physical Demands: You must be able ...

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Tugboat Deckhand

Next Gen Logistics

Lake Charles, LA • Remote

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Salary:

Tugboat Deckhand


Your New Company:

YOUR COMPASS TO SUCCESS

At Next Generation Logistics Companies, we are committed to workplace safety.

We are a trusted maritime transportation, construction and logistics company providing our services on both land and sea.

Our customers choose us because we continually surpass their expectations.

Next Gen's mission is to become each industrys service company of choice by providing value-added business solutions delivered with integrity, professionalism and a commitment to individual safety and environmental responsibility.

Next Gen sets the benchmark for quality and reliable operations. It provides safe, responsible, reliable, and efficient service to our customers. We adhere to our quality systems framework, which is the keystone of our success.

Your new role:

Next Generation Logistics Companies is looking for a full-time, Tugboat Deckhand working on a tugboat vessel. As a Deckhand at NGL Companies, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our vessels. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the vessel, assisting with navigation and mooring operations, and performing routine maintenance tasks. Your attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure will be essential in this role. You will work closely with the captain, and other crew members to ensure that all tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the vessel
  • Assist with navigation and mooring operations
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks
  • Assist with the loading and unloading of cargo
  • Handles mooring lines and rigging.
  • Ensure that safety equipment is utilized, and appropriate guidelines are followed for all tasks involving physical risk or hazardous materials.
  • Develop understanding of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment (i.e. fire extinguishers; fire stations; life preservers; work vest; and life floats).
  • Participate in meetings; training; drills and safety audits as required by Customer and Company policy.
  • Must possess a strong desire to provide excellent customer service solutions and interact with coworkers and clients in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of tugboat experience as a deckhand required.
  • Familiarity with vessel navigation and safety procedures.
  • Mechanical aptitude is a must.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills required.
  • Ability to operate small boats and other vessel equipment.
  • Military experience preferred. Coast Guard or Navy experience highly desired.

Credentials:

  • Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired.
  • You must have a valid TWIC Card.

Physical Demands:

You must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time. Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically. Willingness to work long hours and in varying weather conditions. The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.

What you will get in return:

  • Competitive salary DOE
  • Opportunity to grow with an industry leader
  • Great benefits plan
  • 401k with match

COMPETITIVE SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED CANDIDATES. EMPLOYMENT OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON A REVIEW OF REFERENCES, SATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF A DRUG SCREEN, AND ANALYSIS OF FULL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS.

Next Generation Logistics is an equal-opportunity employer. Next Generation Logistics does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.