Experienced Fleet Deckhand

Are you ready to navigate your way towards a new career? SCF Lewis and Clark Terminals LLC (a wholly owned subsidiary of Ingram Barge Company) is currently hiring for Fleet Deckhands to support our fleeting operations in Granite City, IL.

This position requires associates to live within 4 hours of Granite City, IL. 

Before applying please note:

• Must have Driver’s License and able to obtain a valid TWIC Card
• These vessels work a variety of schedules. You will be assigned to a vessel after completion of Orientation.
• Candidates wishing for a position working 28/28-day schedule should apply to the Linehaul Deckhand posting. Regardless of assignment and schedule you will be reliable for your own transportation to and from your hitches.  

What you’ll be doing:

• Assisting deck crew in tow building (laying wires, tighten ratchets, sweep and shovel barges)
• Daily vessel housekeeping (sweeping, mopping and cleaning crew living quarters)
• Assisting with locking
• Carrying rigging (ratchets, wires and straps) pumps, hoses and lines
• Working outdoors for extended periods of time in weather conditions such as heat/cold & rain/snow
• Checking barges for water and leaks – which at times requires climbing into confined spaces
• Upkeeping vessel appearance includes sooging (washing), chipping and painting
• Assisting the Engineer as requested
• Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems
• Participating in safety drills and audits
• Performing other related duties as assigned or requested

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstration of The Ingram Way
• Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards.
• Ability to work away from home for extended periods (21-, 14-, or 7-day hitches)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to respond quickly in unexpected circumstances.
• Demonstration of critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Strong communication within all levels of the organization
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity.
• Must be able to read and write the English language in order to comply with USCG regulatory requirements
• Must obtain a valid TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
• Pass a post-offer process if an offer is made (background check, drug screen, and physical)
• Be able to lift and carry up to 110 pounds for up to 1000 feet.
• Be able to work in confined spaces often entering through a manhole.
• Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• A competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.
• Generous paid time off benefits
• 401K match upon first day of hire
• Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
• Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program

$233.00 per day - $335.00 per day (experience pending)

Ingram will never ask job applicants for money at any stage of the hiring process. We do not require payments for applications, background checks, training, or any other recruitment-related expenses. Additionally, we do not arrange or cover travel for interviews.  Ingram does not guarantee employment to individuals attending walk-in interviews or hiring events.  If you receive any requests for payment or travel coordination claiming to be from Ingram, please treat them as fraudulent and report them to us immediately at [email protected].

If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected]

Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. 

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