Deckhand ; Port Fourchon
Job in
Golden Meadow, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, 70357, USA
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
Weeks Marine, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor & Trades, General Labor, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Golden Meadow
Requisition Position Summary
Responsible for the work associated with the operation of the dredge, support vessels and project site equipment. This position will report to the Captain.
Experience LevelIntermediate
Primary Responsibilities And Duties- Secure mooring lines to the dredge, scows, dredge Tender or attending plant.
- Splice and repair cables and towing ropes.
- Assist with the lubrication of deck machinery.
- Load and unload materials from the dredge, deck barges, scows and miscellaneous dredging equipment.
- Sweep and wash down all decks on the dredge and attending plant.
- Chip and paint decks and superstructure of the dredge and attending plant.
- Assist with work on the pontoon line, submerge line, scow or attending plant.
- Assist with work on the anchors and spud systems.
- Assist with cleaning of the pump and work on the cutter head.
- Responsible for the safe and timely deployment of survival craft and evacuation of site personnel (If has MMC with AB endorsement).
- Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an "Incident and Injury Free" work environment.
- Ability to work 84 hour work week
- Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation.
- Ability to understand hand signals.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely and efficiently.
- Merchant Mariner Credential (preferred)
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) preferred, or willing to obtain upon hire.
- Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels.
- Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders.
- Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Performs other duties as required.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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