Deckhand

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.