DECKHAND (SHIPKEEPER)

Who May Apply: US Citizens

THIS IS AN OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT FOR 6 MONTHS (however, may extended longer) - THE INITIAL CUT-OFF DATE FOR REFERRAL CONSIDERATION IS 1MAY24; AFTERWARD, REFERRALS WILL BE PULLED AS VACANCIES OCCUR.

Minimum Qualifications: Ability to do the work of a DECKHAND (SHIPKEEPER) without more than normal supervision which includes: docking and undocking to support water craft movement, skilled in waterway missions, safe vessel operations, and maintaining the upkeep of the vessel

Required Selective Placement Factors: The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess: 1) a valid Merchant Marine Credential for Ordinary Seaman; AND 2) a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
(Note: You must attach a copy of your credentials to your application package and include the serial number and date issued on your resume.)

Please note the requirements for both a current MMC and TWIC must be in hand for consideration for an interview and a Tentative Job Offer; therefore, you must attach a copy to your application package.

If you are interested in pursuing and learning how to acquire the MMC and TWIC credentials, please see the following sites for additional information:
The websites for information on how to acquire the MMC and TWIC are:
MMC - https://www.dco.uscg.mil/nmc/merchant_mariner_credential/
TWIC - https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

Physical Effort: Moderately heavy physical effort is required in lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; work in stretched and cramped positions.

Working Conditions: Works both inside and outside during a variety of weather conditions and climates, including extremes of heat and cold and heavy rainfall. There is a danger of slipping from a vessel into water with possibility of physical injury or drowning. On-shore work may involve working in mud, snow, or ice in dirty or cramped situations.

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.