Does making the great outdoors your office sound fun and exciting? If so, look no further - Ingram Barge Company is looking to bring new hire deckhands onboard!

Before applying, please note:

These positions are located in both our Port Allen, LA and Reserve, LA fleets. Job assignment is based off the candidates location to each fleet. These positions are fleet work, which does require you to work a schedule of 10/5 or 14/7, with the benefit of going home every night.Before applying, please take into consideration that this is not a live aboard position.Due to daily commuting requirements, we are seeking applicants that live within 45 minutes of either Port Allen or Reserve.

• 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

• Diploma or GED is required
• Must have a valid Drivers Licensce
• Have reliable transportation to and from work
• Be able to 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
• Must be able to read and write the English language in order to comply with USCG regulatory requirements
• Demonstration of the Ingram Way
• Ability to uphold Ingram's high safety standards
• Ability to work away from home for extended periods (14, 21 or 28 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
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity
• Strong communication skills with all levels within the organization

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at

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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