Intermediate & Experienced Inland Deckhand

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    "description": "<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p>The Deckhand participates in the general maintenance of an inland pushboat and barges, works with lines and hard rigging and observes the transfer of products on the barges.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This positions is for those with a minimum of 6 months experience working on an inland pushboat.  Those with limited or no experience should apply for the Entry Level Inland Deckhand position.</p>\n<h2>Responsibilities</h2>\n<p><strong>SAFETY</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Inland Deckhands are responsible for supporting the vessel master in the safe and efficient operation of Kirby’s boats and barges.</li>\n <li>Kirby employees are responsible for the adherence to safety rules, and safety instructions from Managers and Supervisors as a requirement for employment with Kirby.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Attach and remove line and cables to and from the vessel, barges, docks and locks</li>\n <li>Handle lines 4 to 8 times during loading and discharging in order to adjust for the changing height of the barge, relative to the height of other barges, the dock and the vessel</li>\n <li>Maintain vessel by performing scheduled maintenance and housekeeping such as sweeping, washing the vessel, chipping rusted metal, priming and painting</li>\n <li>Make minor repairs using tools such as hammers, fire axes and ratchets, hand winches, stripping pumps, needle guns and grinders</li>\n <li>Perform other duties as assigned by the vessel master (examples: cooking, cleaning and washing clothes)</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Qualifications</h2>\n<p><strong>EXPERIENCE</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Basic computer skills knowledge required.</li>\n <li>12 months of consecutive work experience preferred.</li>\n <li>6 months minimum experience on an inland pushboat required</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>EDUCATION</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>High School or GED required</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>WORK CONDITIONS</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Must be able live and work in close quarters and able to spend a length of time away from family.</li>\n <li>Work schedule and hours determined by boat.  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