Location
Lafayette, LA | United States
Job description
Position: Deckhand
Job Location: Gulf Of Mexico
Job Type: Contract
Deckhand is responsible for keeping the vessel in a clean, tidy condition and work under the direction of the Captain. Deckhand must be familiar with all necessary deck functions including mooring and securing the vessel. Deckhand performs a variety of duties to preserve painted surfaces of the ship and to maintain lines, running gear and cargo handling gear in safe operating condition.
FUNCTIONS:
The deckhand will:
Handle lines to moor vessel to wharves, another vessel or rig.
Chip, clean, paint and remove rust spots from the deck, superstructure and sides of the ship using hand or air chipping hammer and wire brush. Sweep and wash decks using a broom, brushes, mops and hose to remove oil, dirt and debris.
Sweep and mop the vessel interior.
Maintain entire vessel interior including sanitation and lavatories.
Lubricate deck machinery and equipment.
Splice and repair cables and ropes using hand tools.
Stand watch from the bow of the ship or wing of the bridge for obstructions in path of ship.
Assist the Captain/ Engineer in the launching of survival craft during emergencies.
Perform any other additional duties that may be assigned.
Job tags
Salary
