Deckhand

Founded 106 years ago, the firm has competencies in a range of marine construction and service work. Still led by its founding family, the firm has a positive work environment and practices loyalty to its employees.

Tugboat Deckhand

Location: South Carolina

Industry: Marine Construction / Marine Service

Job Type: Full time employee

Years of experience: 3

About the Job

We are seeking experienced tugboat deckhand to strengthen our construction crews. The ideal candidate will have excellent mariner skills and will be a good communicator with the interest and ability to serve as a mentor/trainer to younger deckhands in training.

The company focuses on marine service projects, and the successful candidate will demonstrate versatility and the willingness to pitch in where needed. Projects are located primarily in Charleston, SC, but successful candidate must be willing to travel to other locations in South Carolina as well as North Carolina and Georgia when needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with docking, undocking, and line handling
• Perform general dock maintenance (cleaning, painting, and basic repairs)
• Stand lookout and assist the captain and crew as needed
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies
• Help with cargo, towing operations, and vessel upkeep
• Welding and burning
• Forklift operations
• Crane operations
• Work independently
• Maintain a clean job site
• Familiar with pneumatic tools
• Familiar with hydraulic tools

Skill/Ability/Knowledge Requirements

• 3 years’ experience as a tugboat deck hand
• Versatile and willing to pitch in wherever needed to help the team
• Team player
• Good judgment and personal maturity
• Valid driver’s license and personal transportation

Compensation

• Competitive salary commensurate with ability and experience.
• Bonus potential for successful training of new certified operators.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental insurance, 401K, and more.

Job Type: Full Time

Education:

• High School or equivalent (preferred)

Location:

• Charleston, SC (preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Required travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Security Clearance Required:

• Confidential (Preferred)

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan

Labor type:

• Marine Construction

Pay Frequency:

• Weekly

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24