Deckhand at Vulcan Materials Company in Grand Rivers, KY

The Deckhand is responsible for the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant operation of assigned area on a harbor tug boat. The primary function is to build and break tows during the process of transporting aggregate barges. The position may work up to a twelve hour shifts on the harbor boat. The position does not require overnight stays on the vessel but working on multiple vessels may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it’s more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You'll Do:

• Assist others on the vessel in preparing barges for the loading and discharging of cargoes.
• Build tows by using cables and lines to tie and untie barges and boats
• Assemble deck lines
• Handle lines and rigging during tow building, locking and docking activities
• Perform scheduled preventative vessel maintenance to include cleaning, scraping, painting, and changing all oil and filters
• Inspect, correct if possible, and notify the Captain of any conditions, which will affect the safety of the boat.
• Must be able to perform all duties while wearing protective equipment to include foul weather gear, life jacket, gloves and boots.
• Must be able to adhere to and comply with company policies, United States Coast Guard, and environmental regulations.
• Perform general housekeeping duties
• Perform simple repairs and maintain tools and equipment
• Measures draft of barge using a tape measure to ensure prober loading
• Must be familiar with engine room piping, wiring and valves.
• Must be able to work required overtime and flexible work schedule.
• Must be able to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language.
• Will work outdoors and exposed to varying and/or extreme weather conditions (i.e., heat, wet, cold, etc)
• May work in high and/or precarious places or cramped work space that requires getting into awkward positions.
• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift up to 45 pounds.

Responsibilities

Skills You'll Need:

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
• Candidate with valid Merchant Marine Document (Z-Card) preferred.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License

Experience:

• Minimum of 6 months of proven proficiency aboard inner harbor and/or inland waterway tugs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Comprehend essential information related to:
• Spill containment and cleanup
• MSDS sheets and emergency action information
• Safety meetings
• Ensure safe, working conditions and orderliness of the vessel
• Follow all company safety rules and environmental regulations
• Wear safety equipment as required
• Communication: Must be able to read, write and communicate using the radio, speaker or electronic communication using the English language.
• Posture/Flexibility: Be able to tolerate repetitive and prolonged postures involving standing, sitting, twisting, squatting, kneeling, stooping, and reaching to full range from above the head to the deck
• Flexibility: Must be able to extend both arms fully, throughout a normal range of motion both in a horizontal and vertical plane.
• Dexterity: frequently use one and two hands throughout the work period for grasping and fingering to perform such activities as using various types of hand tools, tying lines, and tightening nuts and bolts often while applying high forces.
• Balance/Coordination: Must be able to safely walk over catwalks, enter/exit hatches, and over uneven and/or slippery surfaces. Must be able to climb ladders, stairwells and push knees.

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets up apart is the work we do impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.