Dredging Deckhand

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $22.50+ DOE

Dredging Deckhand

Location : Manistique, Michigan / Traveling (based on project)

Schedule : Full-time / Rotational (21 days on / 14 days off)

YOUR COMPASS TO SUCCESS!

Next Generation Logistics is a trusted maritime transportation, construction and professional services company providing our services on both land and sea. Next Gen's mission is to become your company of choice by providing integrity, professionalism and a commitment to your individual growth.

YOUR NEW ROLE :

The Dredging Deckhands primary duties are associated with the operation of the dredge, support vessels and project site equipment. This is not a live-on dredge. We provide per diem, and employees are responsible for their lodging and meals.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Secure mooring lines to the dredge, scows, dredge tender or attending plant
• Splice and repair cables and towing ropes
• Assist with the lubrication of deck machinery
• Load and unload materials from the dredge, deck barges, scows and miscellaneous dredging equipment
• Sweep and wash down all decks on the dredge and attending plant
• Chip and paint decks and superstructure of the dredge
• Assist with work on the pontoon line, submerge line, scow or attending plant
• Assist with work on the anchors and spud systems
• Assist with cleaning of the pump and work on the cutter head
• Abide by company and worksite safety policies

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

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.

This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFDs), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done. In addition, a Boatman must also be capable of : walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN :

o Medical

o Dental

o Vision

o 401k (with company 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.