We are now accepting resume/applications for EXPERIENCED Dredge Deckhands for the Morgan City, LA and surrounding area.  Duties/Responsibilities may/may not be limited to the following:

• Scope of Work:
  • Loading and unloading cargo or luggage, relaying important information to the crew, maintaining ship equipment, assisting with watchkeeping duties, and ensuring the general upkeep of the vessel. ​​​​​
• Duration of Job: Temp to Hire
  • Based on job performance
• Position Requirements:
  • MUST be able to pass drug screen & Background
  • Must have the following: TWIC and Valid Drivers License
• Required Skills:
  • Knowledge of maritime safety
  • General knowledge of dredging operations.
  • General knowledge of working on vessels.
  • General knowledge of mechanical systems, operations, and maintenance.
  • General knowledge of power/hand tools.
  • Basic knowledge of service engines and generators.
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination.
  • Strong oral & written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively with others
  • Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task 
• Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Execute daily work instructions received from Supervisor in a timely manner.
    • Performing general maintenance duties like painting, sweeping and mopping
    • Loads or unloads material from barges, scows, and dredges
    • Splices and repairs cables and ropes, using hand tools
    • Inspect merchandise upon delivery to identify any damages.
    • Cooking meals.
  • Frequently monitor all dredge equipment.
    • Maintain and service dredge engines and equipment.
    • Greasing and cleaning machinery
    • Assist with shift inspections and shift maintenance duties.
  • Assist the Dredging Operator with removing sand, gravel, or other accumulated sediment with a dredge.
  • Assist the Dredging Operator with operating a variety of equipment utilized in dredging.
  • Using various ropes, knots and radio and navigational equipment
  • Lowers and mans lifeboat in case of emergencies
  • Act as lookout and maintain watch on deck and for dredge plant.
  • Handle deck-based dredge plant and operate deck machinery.
  • Maintain the work area clean, safe and organized.
    • Preparing cabins for crew
    • Assist in waste disposal and recycling activities.
    • Mange house keeping activities when requested.
  • Work effectively to meet or exceed productivity goals while maintaining high quality standards.
    • Practice safety procedures in accordance with training and guidelines when working.
    • Comply with company policies and legal guidelines, helping to maintain a safe and orderly work environment
    • Meet quality and performance requirements as outlined by quality assurance and production standards
    • Report safety hazards, quality, and production issues to management immediately
• Physical Requirements: Documents Required:
  • Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs
  • Ability to work and live on vessel for extended periods of time.
  • Excellent physical fitness & strength
  • Will be required to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, and crawl to perform task
  • Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions
    • Ability to work in varying hot and cold environments
    • Ability to work in an environment with exposures to dust, dirt and various other debris, metal and paint fumes, gases
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to high, precarious places and outside weather conditions
    • The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock
  • Driver's License/Identification Card
  • Social Security Card/Birth Certificate
• Must be able to provide own PPE (Hard hat, steel toes, safety glasses, gloves)
• Must have reliable transportation
• Pay:
  • $150/Day - $200/Day (Based on Experience)
  • Weekly Pay
  • Pay Schedule: Monday - Sunday
• Schedule:
  • 14/7 Schedule

Tasks beyond those listed above will be asked of you, so a positive, can-do attitude is required.

Qualified candidates can submit a resume or apply in person at http://ejob.bz/ATS/jb.do?reqGK=27091615&portalGK=14432