Job Description

Haugland Group, a privately-owned Long Island, New York-based civil infrastructure and energy construction company has an immediate opportunity for experienced Fleet Deckhands to join our team.

Deckhands will be responsible to maintain the vessels in a state of readiness to perform work for customers as needed. Job includes pulling heavy lines, climbing onto, and walking on barges, boats and narrow barge walkways. Employees will regularly be required to stand, walk, climb, crawl, stoop, and sit. Heavy lifting will also be required, up to 50lbs unassisted.

At Haugland, we understand that pushing the boundaries of what has been done is essential to develop the infrastructure of tomorrow. The journey won't be simple, but what gets us there is. At Haugland Group, Our Word is Our Way. We are leaders in building what's next because we see the path to get there and we're setting a new standard of exceptional along the way.

Let's build together!

Key Functions:

• Use the VHF portable radio.
• Splice lines.
• Properly tie off barge tows, raft tows, etc.
• Give proper direction and distance signals and information.
• Use equipment on the tug winches, capstan, pike pole, pumps.
• Make up multiple barge tows.
• Fuel tug.
• Complete barge reports, engine room logs.
• Paint inside and outside of tug on an on-going basis.
• Prepare grocery/supplies list.
• Plan, prepare and cook multiple meals for crew members.
• Cleaning restrooms.
• Perform special duties and other projects as assigned.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Accomplish all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to comprehend, respond and carry out specific orders from the captain.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Must possess good communication skills by voice and/or visual hand signals.
• Ability to learn safety awareness, injury prevention, firefighting.
• Must be able to read, speak and understand English over the telephone and/or radio.
• Must be physically able to pull heavy lines/hoses, lift, tighten winches, carry heavy items, kneel while painting or changing oil/filters, climb onto barges and upstairs to wheelhouse, bending and twisting during boat/barge tie-up.
• Knowledge of company safety practices

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1-2 years sea time on vessels
• Must have a valid MMC
• Valid TWIC
• Must possess valid driver license
• Current USCG medical certificate

Why Haugland?

Compensation range is $250-$300 per day.

At Haugland Group, our benefits are designed to convey company culture and values which has employees at its forefront.

• Excellent benefits package including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, Health Savings, short/long term disability, and life insurance
• 401k with 5% employer match
• Employer funded Dependent Care FSA
• Potential for annual performance-based raise
• Paid Time off
• Paid company observed holidays
• Educational and professional advancement opportunities
• Frequent company-sponsored events
• Relaxed, friendly office
• Fast paced, exciting environment

Haugland Group LLC and its operating divisions, affiliates, related entities, and subsidiaries (collectively, "the Company") do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered property of the Company and therefore, the Company will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Only upon the Company's written request may preferred vendors be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully executed agreement with the Company must be in place and current.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Work at office, Immediate start

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