Fleet Deckhands-Lemont ACBL Transportation Services LLC - Lemont, IL Prepares barges assigned to the towboat for safe and timely transport. Performs tasks associated with building and breaking tow, as well as towboat and barge maintenance. Performs tasks in all weather conditions both outside and in the confines of the vessel while navigating the inland waterway systems. This is for work in the Lemont, IL Fleet. Schedules will/can be a variety of live-on or harbor boats, and either 14 days on/ 7 days off, 14 days on/14 days off, or 21 days on/21 days off with rotating 6 hour shifts. This also requires you to live within 50 miles of Lemont, IL. Primary deckhand responsibilities: * Build and break tow. Tow may attach/detach 5 to 25 barges depending on river system worked. * Inspect, correct or notify others of any conditions which affect safety of people or cargo. * Handle rigging during tow building, locking and docking activities. * Assist in loading or unloading materials and supplies to and from docks, barges and boats. * Examine cables, wires, and lines to insure they are fit for use. Use tools to tighten or loosen same as needed. * Effectively handle tow wires and cables to secure barges in safe and environmentally appropriately fashion. * Perform basic vessel maintenance such as painting, cleaning, changing oil and filters. Educational and Job Requirements: * Adhere to all ACBL policies, USCG and environmental regulations * Read, understand and implement instructions and warnings associated with materials required for boat maintenance, cleaning and upkeep as well as perform duties as assigned in job briefings. * Effectively use all safety equipment as required by ACBL policies, such as hearing protection, eye protection, gloves, flashlights, life jackets or work vest and steel-toed boots. * Must possess a high school diploma or GED. * Vocational or trade school coursework preferred. * Ability to perform arduous work in all weather conditions. * Must be able to perform the following: walk a minimum of two (2) miles per day; lift 60 to 100 pounds and carry 300 feet; climb a 90 degree ladder up 40 feet; grip, hold or pull 60 pounds; demonstrate full range of motion in both arms; crawl or lower self through 18 inch diameter hatch; step or jump two (2) feet horizontally and vertically; vision must be correctable to 20/40; work shifts of 12 hours. * Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license and have a TWIC card. * Must have a minimum 2 years experience as a deckhand. American Commercial Barge Line is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. XJ6 22 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site Other jobs you may like Deckhand (IMT) - July/August 2018 Illinois Marine Towing, Inc. - Lemont, IL 1 day ago * Fleet Deckhand jobs in Lemont, IL * Jobs at ACBL Transportation Services in Lemont, IL * Fleet Deckhand salaries in Lemont, IL Let employers find you Thousands of employers search for candidates on Indeed Upload Your Resume