What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deckhand position at R&D Maintenance Services, Inc?
R&D Maintenance Services, Inc
R&D Maintenance Services, Inc. provides operations and maintenance services on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects throughout the southeast since 1980. We are the Operations and Maintenance Contractor for the Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway Project providing machinery and facility maintenance and repair on several hundred miles of waterway including multiple facilities, recreation areas, and 9 locks/dams/spillways on the system. R&D is an EEO Employer.
R&D Maintenance Services, Inc. provides operations and maintenance services on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects throughout the southeast since 1980. We are the Operations and Maintenance Contractor for the Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway Project providing machinery and facility maintenance and repair on several hundred miles of waterway including multiple facilities, recreation areas, and 9 locks/dams/spillways on the system. R&D is an EEO Employer.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position is accountable for performing general deck duties as assigned by the Captain. Responsible for performing daily checks on engines, housekeeping and appearance of the vessel, securing deck lines, assisting the crew as needed, and a variety of other related duties.
ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS:
- Performs general deck duties that are required for safe, efficient operation of the vessel.
- Handles lines to moor vessels or rig towing lines.
- Rigs cables for lifting with cranes or anchor barges.
- Checks engine fluid levels, belts and alarm system before the equipment is started. After equipment is started and during rounds check for visible leaks and abnormalities.
- Loads and unloads materials from vessels/barges and docks/trucks.
- Performs maintenance on equipment including de-rusting, painting and cleaning.
- Cleans equipment, vessels and compartments.
- Cleans engine room, including engines, bulkheads, overhead, piping, deck, deck plates, tanks and bilges.
- Maintains bilges oil/fuel free.
- Maintains overall appearance of the vessel ensuring that proper storage and housekeeping are observed.
- Cleans vessel on a regular interval and maintains equipment exposed to outside elements that cause deterioration.
- Keeps deck clear of obstructions of any type that may cause slips, falls or that otherwise may be a safety hazard. Serves in the capacity of Lookout or Watch when underway to other locations.
- Checks running light of tug and tow and correct discrepancies on the lights.
- Performs other related duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Be able to communicate effectively and work well with other crew members.
- Be able to understand and follow specific directions from supervision.
- Be able to submit to and successfully complete any specific safety or job training that may be required by the customer, the job and/or the contract with client.
- Have the ability to work with close supervision and be capable of repeating tasks of short duration according to established operating procedures and work practices.
- Be able to abide by safety rules and regulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Must have two (2) years of ship/crew experience.
- Must have valid driver’s license.
- Must have good manual dexterity.
- Must be able to operate a variety of equipment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Frequent walking and standing.
- Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels.
- Good manual dexterity.
- Frequently lifts/carries up to 20 pounds with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent balancing, kneeling, reaching (full range), bending, handling, feeling, climbing, smelling, twisting, crawling and reaching; working in cramped and confined spaces.
- Vision, speech, smell and hearing sufficient to perform essential tasks.
- Required to successfully complete background check, MVR, and drug/alcohol screenings.
BENEFITS:
- Company Paid 401K Contribution
- Paid Employee Health insurance
- Employee Life insurance
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Safety Award Program
