Deckhand - American Electric Power : Job Details

Job Posting End Date01-11-2025Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end dateJob Summary Position Competencies:, This is a culture of high involvement and agility, where employees collaborate to foster mutual care for one another and demonstrate a shared commitment to common goals., Successful candidates for this position are strong team players with a dedication to quality and safety in the workplace. They are resilient and persistently drive for results in an ever-changing environment. Candidates have a high energy level and continually look for learning and improvement opportunities., Brief Description of Job:, Responsible for the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant, carrying out of assigned duties. Primary function of a Deckhand is to build and break tow., Deckhand will work with other team mates on the vessel and prepare barges for loading and, unloading cargo. Perform planned maintenance on equipment and tools, and perform, regular clean-up work as assigned by supervisor.Job DescriptionESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Must be able to handle lines and rigging during tow building, locking and docking activitiesGeneral housekeeping duties; including painting, brushing, and lubricating.Loading and unloading supplies and materials from dock or other vesselsGeneral upkeep of vessel maintenance, which consists of chipping, sanding, painting, cleaning, changing oil and filters.Splice and repair wire cables and ropesPerform visual inspections for leaks, damage, and loose rigging.Understand and implement all company safety rules, procedures and policies as stated in the Employee Handbook, Memorandum Binder, and the RCP manual.Notify supervisor of any potential barge problems.Ensure that all walking or work areas on barges are free of cargo spillage or any kind of debris.Inspect all rigging, ratchets and deck winches to ensure that they are all in good working order.Ensure that all rigging is laid to AEP standards.Perform all other duties as requiredMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:A. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience, along with holding a current valid driver's license.B. Experience Requirements: Must have the physical capability and motivation to perform any and all duties required. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position as well as the ability to work safely and effectively as a supervisor and team member. Must be polite, respectful and fair in all contacts. Must have the ability to concentrate fully on each assigned task in order to perform all duties in a safe and efficient manner.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:On-call availability 24/7 Travel required Position Competencies: This is a culture of high involvement and agility, where employees collaborate to foster mutual care for one another and demonstrate a shared commitment to common goals. Successful candidates for this position are strong team players with a dedication to quality and safety in the workplace. They are resilient and persistently drive for results in an ever-changing environment. Candidates have a high energy level and continually work for learning and improvement opportunities.Compensation DataCompensation Grade:U029-680Compensation Range:$142.74-142.74 USDHear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one. It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we must record certain information to be made part of an Affirmative Action Plan. Applicants for employment may also be invited to participate in the Affirmative Action Program by self-identifying their Race or Ethnic Identity.