Fleet Deckhand (Columbus, KY)
Ingram Barge Company · On-site
Job Description
Are you ready to navigate your way toward a new career? Ingram Barge Company is looking to bring both entry level and experienced deckhands onboard to support our fleeting operations in Columbus, KY.
                                                       Before applying please note:
                                                       Must have Drivers Licenses 
Columbus vessels work a variety of schedules ranging from 21/21, 14/7 and 7/7. You will be assigned to a vessel after completion of Orientation. Candidates wishing for a position working a 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 Will Be Doing:
Assist deck crew in tow building  (laying wires, tighten ratchets, sweep and shovel barges)
Daily vessel housekeeping  (sweeping, mopping and cleaning crew living quarters)
Assist with locking
Carry rigging  (ratchets, wires and straps)  pumps, hoses and lines
Work outdoors for extended periods of time in weather conditions such as heat/cold & rain/snow
Check barges for water and leaks – which at times requires climbing into confined spaces
Upkeep of vessel appearance includes sooging ( washing ), chipping and painting
Assist the Engineer as requested
Practice safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems
Participate in safety drills and audits
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Qualifications
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 an unexpected circumstance
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, physical)
Be able to lift and carry up to 110 pounds for up to 1000 feet
Be able to work in confined spaces often entered through a manhole
Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff
Additional Information
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
Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program
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 Recruiting@ingrambarge.com .
 
If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at Recruiting@ingrambarge.com
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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Company Description
Ingram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America's inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet of barges that transport aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products.
We're committed to being the best at whatever we do. We're continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we're successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates.