Deckhand - Long Beach, United States - Curtin Maritime

Curtin Maritime

Verified Company

Long Beach, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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PLEASE NOTE:
This opening is __NOT_
_ an entry level position. _

Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our 3 Pillars. At Curtin Maritime, these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars is evident in our people and our fleet. For 25 years, Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime solutions. We are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth. Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions, allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth._

THIS ROLE:

WHO YOU ARE:

Mental Aptitudes

Ability to think clearly during stressful situations or during an emergency
Understand and respect the chain of command; ability to take direction no matter how it is given
Attention to detail / excellent organizational skills

Physical Aptitudes

Agility to traverse uneven ground and to walk, gangways at various heights
Agility to bend, stoop, or squat frequently and climb high steps/ladders several times a day
Ability to lift at least 40 pounds safely; moving equipment that is heavy, large, or awkward
Physical dexterity and strength to catch and handle lines; make up tows with wire rigging; operate deck machinery; work on equipment that is poorly accessible
Ability to work below decks in an area that may experience periods of darkness; work in confined spaces
Ability to perform emergency duties and use emergency equipment onboard vessel
Must be able to swim
Demonstrate good personal hygiene, always maintain cleanliness

DECKHAND I - $266/day

LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:

RESPONSIBILITIES AND GOALS:

Work safely as directed by supervisor
Proactively learn and become proficient with the various vessels in our fleet and understand your basic functions as a deckhand on them.
Completed Labor Training Program binder

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:

Understanding of Curtin Standard and safety procedures
Basic knowledge to assist as needed with painting, forklift operations, rigging, welding, electrical, and engineering work

DECKHAND II - $300 - $400/day

LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:

PREFERRED LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:

RESPONSIBILITIES AND GOALS:

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:

On Deck:

Making and breaking tow, various configurations (tow wire, push, hip)
Making off lines on cleats, Hbitts and double bitts
Basic VHF usage
Basic vessel maintenance, including painting and prepping for paint, greasing, caring for lines and rigging, etc.
Throwing lines (on/ off bits, heaving and grapple lines)
Basic barge calling
Barge tie up/untie
Crane signaling and rigging

Marlinspike:

Engine Room:

Reading gauges/ logging and being able to identify when something is operating outside of normal specifications to notify the Chief Engineer or watch officer.
Clean and inspect equipment
Trace systems
Perform basic maintenance/ services

House Duties:

DECKHAND III - $400 - $475/day

LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:

PREFERRED LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:

and DH II

RESPONSIBILITIES AND GOALS:

Mastery of Deckhand I & II
Completion of Curtin's Deckhand Training Manual
Work safely as directed by supervisor
Ability to identify maintenance needs and plan projects and tasks to correct them
Experienced in use of the Vessel Management System
Ability to run the deck and lead the deck crew for all operations

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:

On Deck: