Deckhand

Deckhand Position

The deckhand is responsible for assisting in the maintenance and operation for the dredge and attendant plant. The employee must be able to work 8 to 12 hour, rotating shifts on all types of dredges and marine construction projects. Must be able to pass a post offer physical exam and drug screening. Must be able to provide transportation to and from the jobsite(s). Extensive travel is required.

This position will support cutter dredging operations along the Gulf Coast, USA.

Manson Construction Co. was founded in 1905 as a small pile-driving business supporting the early development of Seattle's waterfront. Today, Manson's legacy of quality marine services continues to grow at locations throughout North America. With more than 800 employees and a large fleet of equipment, Manson supports high-profile marine infrastructure and energy projects across the nation.

Manson Construction represents generations of people, families, and communities whose commitment to success, safety, and ingenuity aligns with our core values: Take care of people; Do the right thing; and find a better way. At Manson, we strive to create an engaging and respectful environment where employees can share their ideas. We recognize that our employees are Manson's number one asset and the reason why we continue to execute benchmark work in the marine construction and dredging industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with work on: pipe, pontoon line, submerged line, scow or attending plant, anchors, spud systems, pump, Cutterhead, etc.
• Inspects and secures pipes and mooring lines; splices and repairs cables and towing ropes
• Sweeps and washes down all decks, exterior, and job site equipment on the dredge and attending plant Chips and paints equipment
• Acts as signal person for the equipment operators and helps to unload, load and secure pipe and other equipment and materials
• Performs JSA's prior to work activity and executes work accordingly.
• Operates vehicles for transport and delivery; including four-wheel rough terrain vehicles
• Ensures compliance with Manson's Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct.
• Responsible for practicing safe work standards and promoting an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) work environment as a condition of employment

Additional duties may be assigned

Qualifications:

• Valid picture identification required
• Valid Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) preferred
• One year marine experience preferred
• Must have the ability to give, receive, understand, respond, and follow verbal and written communication and instructions
• Must be able to communicate, take direction well, and work cooperatively with other colleagues

Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must be able to meet the physical requirements of this position, including:

• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and on marine vessels in water
• Able to safely execute duties in and around heavy equipment/large machinery in marine dredging and marine construction job sites
• Able to wear the personal protective equipment (PPE) required of various construction work environments (hard hats, personal floatation devices, safety glasses, respirators, etc.)

Manson Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. Manson is a Drug-Free Workplace.

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