Dredge Deck Hand

This position performs responsible semi-skilled work performing a variety of tasks in connection with the City's dredging operation. Under supervision of the Dredge Operator, responsibilities include the preparation, repair, and maintenance of all dredge equipment and vessels. Work involves considerable exposure to the natural elements and includes manual work.

• Checks and prepares tugboat, barge, and dredge for dredging operations;
• Communicates with Dredge Captain, and Dredge Operator(s) to coordinate dredge movements;
• Completes mandatory daily boat maintenance Log/Checklist, to meet State permit requirements;
• Comply with standard operating procedures, safety practices, rules, and regulations while performing job duties;
• Washes and maintains vessels and equipment in proper working order;
• Keep work areas clean and organized;
• Loads and unloads materials from vessels/barges and docks/trucks;
• Performs maintenance on equipment including de-rusting and painting;
• Performs repairs and makes additions to pipes and lines;
• Maintains the overall appearance of the vessel ensuring that proper storage and housekeeping are observed;
• Cleans deck of the vessel regularly 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 during operations, or maneuvering;
• Participates in safety and environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance with State/Federal regulations and improve existing City programs;
• Enters water to perform regular maintenance and repairs on pipes, vessels, and equipment;
• Assists Street Maintenance and Stormwater divisions when required.

• The maintenance, repair, and manual tasks involved with dredging and/or marine vessels;
• The use of common and specialized tools required in the work;
• The safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of dredging and/or marine equipment;
• The occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of dredging equipment;
• Boater safety and boat navigation rules;
• Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as well as other safety related precautions

• Semi-skilled trade work.
• Reading comprehension – both of routine communications as well as instructional manuals, diagrams, or other work-related documents

• Swim on occasion as needed
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing, maintain good working relationships, and exercise initiative and sound judgment;
• Understand and follow oral and written directions;
• Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time under adverse work conditions.
• High school diploma or equivalent required;
• One (1) year of experience as a semiskilled worker in marine vessel maintenance and repair or construction activity required;
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class “E” driver's license is required.

• Certified Scuba Diver

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
• Certification/License Verification
• Physical and Swim Test
• Drug and Alcohol Screen

Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one (1) year prior to date of hire, and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.