Barge Mate Job at Bald Head Island Limited, LLC, Bald Head Island, NC

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  • Bald Head Island Limited, LLC
  • Bald Head Island, NC

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under general supervision, load and unload vehicles on barge to be transported to and from Bald Head Island. Maintains general good housekeeping of the tug. Reports to the Towing Master.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

NOTE: The illustrative examples of work listed below are not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities performed by the position. The examples are intended to represent the level and type of work performed. This list is not to be considered or represent an employment contract.

Essential Functions:

Prepares vessel before operation by checking fuel and fluid levels; starts engine and records any problems.

Safely directs loading and unloading of equipment, supply trucks, and heavy construction equipment on the barge at the island and mainland landings, ensuring proper balance, trim, and stability of the barge.

Inspects tug and barge to ensure safe and proper operation of equipment prior to loading.

Operates barge ramp to allow access to and from the barge and the landing site.

Operates a VHF marine band radio to communicate with marina and river traffic.

Regularly participates in drills and exercises to meet USCG requirements for Man Overboard, Fire, Abandon Ship, Dewatering, Loss of Steering, Loss of Power, Anchoring, and Security.

After operation, assists the Towing Master by securing the vessel to the dock, performing all after operations maintenance checks, cleaning the vessel, and shutting down systems.

Additional Functions:

Operates vessel under Towing Master’s direction and authorization, as needed.

Performs other related work as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or equivalent, one year of experience in the operation of a commercial truck or heavy equipment and some mechanical experience preferred; or an equivalent combination of training and experience to provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT (S)

Satisfy drug testing requirements as mandated by Coast Guard regulations.

Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.

Requires the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Requires the ability to work in extreme weather conditions: heat, cold, and rain and to remain standing for extended periods of time.

Requires the ability to traverse stairs and ladders between decks on a rocking vessel.

Required to enter enclosed compartments through hatches and scuttles and to work in hot, noisy environments adjacent to operating machinery, using appropriate safety equipment.

Required to wear a personal flotation device at all times while on deck underway.

First Aid and CPR training is required.

Must provide a workable point of contact at all times before, during, and after the workday.

Bald Head Island Limited 2017

Job Tags

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