Tugboat Deckhand

PLEASE NOTE:  This opening is NOT an entry level position.

If you are not an experienced Deckhand, but would like to become one, please apply to our Maritime Training Program by clicking HERE.  

Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our 3 Pillars. At Curtin Maritime, these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars is evident in our people and our fleet. For 25 years, Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime solutions. We are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth. Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions, allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth.

THIS ROLE: 

Deckhand II, III will work directly with the Port Captain, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin Standard onboard. 

WHO YOU ARE:

Mental Aptitudes

Ability to think clearly during stressful situations or during an emergency

Understand and respect the chain of command; ability to take direction no matter how it is given

Attention to detail / excellent organizational skills

Physical Aptitudes

Agility to traverse uneven ground and to walk, gangways at various heights

Agility to bend, stoop, or squat frequently and climb high steps/ladders several times a day

Ability to lift at least 40 pounds safely; moving equipment that is heavy, large, or awkward

Physical dexterity and strength to catch and handle lines; make up tows with wire rigging; operate deck machinery; work on equipment that is poorly accessible

Ability to work below decks in an area that may experience periods of darkness; work in confined spaces

Ability to perform emergency duties and use emergency equipment onboard vessel

Must be able to swim

Demonstrate good personal hygiene, always maintain cleanliness

DECKHAND II - $300 - $400/day

LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:

TWIC Card

Pass CG physical & drug test

MMC (Ordinary Seaman)

CG Medical Certificate

Passport

STCW Basic Training

PREFERRED LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:

Able Body Seaman Endorsement (Unlimited, Limited & Special)

STCW Proficiency Survival Craft (Lifeboatman)

RESPONSIBILITIES AND GOALS:

Ability to work independently on projects and tasks

Work safely as directed by supervisor

Proactively learn and become proficient with the various vessels in our fleet and understand your basic functions as a deckhand on them.

Completed Labor Training Program binder

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:

Understanding of Curtin Standard and safety procedures

Basic knowledge to assist as needed with painting, forklift operations, rigging, welding, electrical, and engineering work

On Deck:

Making and breaking tow, various configurations (tow wire, push, hip)

Making off lines on cleats, H-bitts and double bitts

Basic VHF usage

Basic vessel maintenance, including painting and prepping for paint, greasing, caring for lines and rigging, etc.

Throwing lines (on/ off bits, heaving and grapple lines)

Basic barge calling

Barge tie up/untie

Crane signaling and rigging

Marlinspike:

Splices (3, 8, 12 strand; molly hogan wire)

Knots (bowline, clove hitch, round turn & 2 half hitches, timber hitch)

Engine Room:

Reading gauges/ logging and being able to identify when something is operating outside of normal specifications to notify the Chief Engineer or watch officer.

Clean and inspect equipment

Trace systems

Perform basic maintenance/ services

House Duties:

Maintain fresh water levels

Shopping / provisioning

Inventorying, cooking, cleaning

DECKHAND III - $400 - $475/day

LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:

All those listed in DH II

Able Body Seaman-Special (MT only)

STCW Proficiency Survival Craft (Lifeboatman-Ltd)

Qualified Rigger (Dredge only)

OSHA 30 (Dredge only)

PREFERRED LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:

All Those Listed in DH I and DH II

STCW RFPNW (MT only)

RESPONSIBILITIES AND GOALS:

Work safely as directed by supervisor

Ability to identify maintenance needs and plan projects and tasks to correct them

Experienced in use of the Vessel Management System

Ability to run the deck and lead the deck crew for all operations

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:

On Deck:

Anchor handling

Rigging tandem tows

Preparing and rigging barges for tow

Advanced cargo lashing

Advanced barge calling/ piloting

Engine Room:

Basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical knowledge.

House Duties:

Ability to lead deck crew in planning and stowing for long voyages. This includes creating long term food menus, forecasting use of consumables, etc.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Competitive Compensation

Generous benefits package including:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short-term Disability

AD&D/Life Insurance

401k (with company match)

Additional option to elect incremental Life Insurance for employee and dependents, and choice to elect Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending Account.

Curtin Maritime is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.