What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipyard Deckhand position at Paducah River Service?
Who we are:
Our family-owned company began with twenty-five employees and has a proud history of extraordinary service and growth to the inland waterways. With over 1,300 employees in the JMI family of companies, we have 12 locations across Kentucky and Louisiana. We proudly promote a diverse workforce with an inclusive culture that encourages creativity and a positive team environment.
Job Summary:
Do you love working as a deckhand but don't want to live on a boat for an extended period of time? We are on the hunt for a Shipyard Deckhand in Paducah, KY! The work schedule is Monday through Friday 6 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Weekends and overtime will be assigned as needed.
What you’ll get:
- 8 paid holidays.
- Paid time off.
- Health, dental, vision and supplemental benefits.
- Expanded medical services program.
- Wellness program.
- Life insurance.
- 401(K) matching.
- Employee Discounts.
- Referral Bonuses.
What you'll do:
- Build and check tow by utilizing various tools/equipment to include but not limited to wrenches, ratchets, shackles, chain straps and wires/cables.
- Move and stack sets of rigging throughout the vessel and barges.
- Move pumps and hoses about the barges and place hoses in wing tank/void for removal of water.
- Assist with the stocking and delivery of various supplies from on the vessel to and from the front hole.
- Complete processes to allow the vessel to take on fuel.
- Complete daily and periodic cleaning tasks to include but not limited to trash removal, mopping, scraping, sanding and painting.
What you'll need:
- Prior deckhand experience required.
- Possess the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) from the Transportation Security Administration.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- deckhand: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- TWIC Card (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18