Amentum
government
Deckhand/LineHandler
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“Deckhand / Line Handler at Amentum. Assisting sea vessel operations. Assisting in standing lookout watch”
What You'll Achieve.
consistently provide services that meet customer expectations
Industry & Context.
walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces, physically fit enough to pull heavy lines/hoses, lift, carry heavy items, climb onto barges and up and down ladders, work in difficult conditions with exposure to warm and wet weather conditions, comfortable working aboard boats and barges using heavy lines, winches, and mechanical tools for repairs, Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable, Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions, Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions, continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment, completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aiduddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, serving on safety committees and teams, conform to the Amentum Quality Policy, carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts, read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities, read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School education or equivalent preferred
What You'll Do.
Assisting sea vessel operations
Assisting in standing lookout watch
Assisting in daily inspection of emergency equipment
Attending to passenger needs
Performing cleanup and maintenance duties
Operating safety gates and loading ramps
Maintaining security about the decks
Reading gauges and fluid levels
Reporting observations to captain
Ensuring industry safety standards observed
Conducting onboard maintenance
Conducting onboard repairs
Conducting regular onboard inspections
Maintaining quality control of Preventive Maintenance System
Conducting on-site surveys of vessel equipment
Determining maintenance and repair needs
Performing other job responsibilities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Reports all observations, actions and/or matters affecting the stability, operational capacity, safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, passengers, vehicles and other public properties to the captain or first deckhand
Communication Scope
Good communication skills
Full Job Description
Job Description **Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a NGIS Warehouse Specialist to support unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.** **Job****Summary** The **Deckhand** is responsible for assisting sea vessel operations transporting crew members, passengers and freight. **Principal Accountabilities** _(Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary by assignment or contract.)_ * Assists in standing lookout watch in traffic areas under all weather and sea conditions * Assists in the daily inspection of the operating condition of all emergency equipment * Attends to passenger needs and performs cleanup and maintenance duties * Provides good customer service to the travelling public * Participates in periodic all hands drills and emergency exercises * Operates safety gates and loading ramps, and maintains security about the decks * Reads all gauges and fluid levels in engine room and reports any problems to the captain * Reports all observations, actions and/or matters affecting the stability, operational capacity, safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, passengers, vehicles and other public properties to the captain or first deckhand * Handles lines, tie up barges in fleets or to docks * Make and break tow using all necessary equipment * Ensures applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes are observed * Conducts onboard maintenance, repairs, and regular onboard inspections to include machinery and equipment * Maintains and ensures the quality control of the motor vessel’s Preventive Maintenance System * Conducts on-site surveys of vessel equipment to determine maintenance and repair needs * Performs other job responsibilities as assigned **Knowledge & Skills ** * Good communication and customer service skills * Working knowledge of methods and procedures used in the
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