Deckhand / Line Handler

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

JOB SUMMARY

The Deckhand is responsible for assisting sea vessel operations transporting crew members, passengers and freight.Knowledge & SkillsGood communication and customer service skillsWorking knowledge of methods and procedures used in the maintenance and repair of marine equipment, machinery, facilities and boatsExperience & EducationHigh School education or equivalent preferredAdditional experience/education may be required by contract or assignment

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in standing lookout watch in traffic areas under all weather and sea conditionsAssists in the daily inspection of the operating condition of all emergency equipmentAttends to passenger needs and performs cleanup and maintenance dutiesProvides good customer service to the travelling publicParticipates in periodic all hands drills and emergency exercisesOperates safety gates and loading ramps, and maintains security about the decksReads all gauges and fluid levels in engine room and reports any problems to the captainReports all observations, actions and/or matters affecting the stability, operational capacity, safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, passengers, vehicles and other public properties to the captain or first deckhandHandles lines, tie up barges in fleets or to docksMake and break tow using all necessary equipmentEnsures applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes are observedConducts onboard maintenance, repairs, and regular onboard inspections to include machinery and equipmentMaintains and ensures the quality control of the motor vessel’s Preventive Maintenance SystemConducts on-site surveys of vessel equipment to determine maintenance and repair needsPerforms other job responsibilities as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS

Freight forwarding, Fleet management, Compliance

REQUIRED EDUCATION

High, secondary school