Towing Deckhand

Towing Deckhand Job Description

For more than 70 years, Wood Resources has continued to provide marine towing, ship mooring, dredging, as well as construction and landscaping materials.

Deckhands assist in the operation and maintenance of Wood Resources marine vessels.

• Assist and support the Captain, Relief Captain or Watch Captain in ensuring compliance with all current federal, state and local regulatory requirements.
• Perform vessel security responsibilities as assigned.
• Perform advanced tow building, line, and rigging.
• Responsible for proper fueling procedures-supervision and emergency response notification.
• Regularly inspect lifesaving equipment, firefighting equipment, boat appliances, etc.
• Understand, follow, and complete all reporting requirements, accident reports, barge damage reports, engine room logs and checklists.
• Perform duties required for the overall operation, maintenance, and appearance of the boat and engine room.
• Vessel and equipment cleaning, maintenance and painting duties, including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, cleaning heads, lavatories and showers and galley.
• Follow directions and execute tasks under the supervision of captain or mate.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as required or requested.

• Adhere to company attendance policy.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Commitment to safety rules and protocols.
• Reading and writing skills sufficient to comprehend/complete a variety of documents.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Required to work in all climates and weather conditions.
• Must have reliable transportation to designated Wood Resources locations.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Current Transportation Work Identification Credential (TWIC) required.
• Inland waterway experience preferred.

• Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen, breath alcohol and physical.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 150 lbs.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• High noise levels.
• Prolonged periods of kneeling, bending, and climbing stairs and ladders.
• Able to navigate uneven and moving surfaces.
• Ability to work near or on large bodies of water at various heights and in confined spaces.

Wood Resources, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.