Dredging - Able Seaman (AB)

Job Description

An Able Seaman / Lifeboatman is a Deckhand who is responsible for the work associated with the operation of the dredge, support vessels and project site equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• All aspects of line handling on dredge and attending plants
• Vessel maintenance and housekeeping.
• Chip and paint decks and superstructure of the dredge and attending plant
• Ensures a clean sanitary environment aboard the vessels 
• Aids as needed, the Captain in checking and inspecting the vessel’s safety equipment. 
• Provides support to the engine room as needed per direction of the Captain and/or the Chief Engineer
• 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
• Present on deck and within communicating distance while onboard self-propelled attending plants where the Captain or Mate is operating the controls
• Participate in United States Coast Guard inspections as needed
• Responsible for the safe and timely deployment of survival craft and the evacuation of vessel personnel
• Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “incident and injury free” work environment

Requirements

• Ability to work 84 hour work week
• Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation
• Ability to understand hand signals and verbal commands in English

Required Certifications or Licenses

• USCG Able Bodied Seaman and Lifeboatman endorsement
• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential
• Valid Driver’s license

Physical Requirements

• 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 that have capacity limits of 300 lbs.
• Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted

Additional Duties

This Job Description does not cover all the required duties, activities, functions and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Weeks Marine, Inc., with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Weeks Marine, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination, hostility, harassment, and retaliation.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.