Job Description

You are an experienced Deckhand who excels in a positive and supportive environment with exponential career growth opportunities. Your BC coastal experience with tug and barge operations will be an asset to the overall success of our vessel operations team.

If youre interested to pursue a future career in the marine industry and want to grow with a safety focused organization with excellent opportunities for advancement this is the job for you!

Interested Apply today to join our Marine team based in Richmond BC!

Click the link below to see what its like to work with Ledcor Marine:

• Under the direction and supervision of the tug Master carries out general deck duties to support the tug and barge operations including securing barges safely tandem towing operations general seamanship duties look out duties and helmsman duties when required
• Supports all aspects of the tug and barge operations including handling deck lines couplers bridles and other towing gear
• Provides general ship upkeep and maintenance including cleaning and food preparation
• May perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous tugboat experience required
• Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate
• Valid Passport (preferred but not essential)
• Transport Canada Bridge Watch Rating Certificate (preferred but not essential)
• STCW Marine Emergency Duties Basic Safety Training
• STCW Marine Emergency Duties Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
• Transport Canada Restricted Operator Certificate Maritime Commercial (preferred but not essential)
• Transport Canada Marine Basic First Aid
• BC FoodSafe Certificate
• Valid Class 5 BC Drivers License
• Positive attitude strong communication and proven teamwork skills
• Physically able to manage regular heavy lifting and repetitive movements
• Ability to meet pre-employment drug & alcohol testing requirements

Work Conditions

• Scheduled shift rotation by seniority with a requirement to be available for work when not achieving target hours. Various shift schedules may be applied per the Collective Agreement and schedule rotations are subject to change based on Operational requirements.
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions
• Employees will be hired under the Ledcor Resources & Transportation Collective Agreement which is represented by CLAC Local 66

Compensation

$31.45 - $44.16 per hour

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level industry experience and work location.

Remote site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental vision care disability and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Additional Information

Ledcor Marine has a proven track record of providing safe and efficient specialized marine transportation services in the Lower Mainland and has one of the largest marine operations of its kind serving natural resources and industrial customers in British Columbia.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canadas Best Diversity Employers Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity equity and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals regardless of race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email . For more information about Ledcors Inclusion and Diversity initiatives please visit our I&D page .

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Long term contract, Full time, Apprenticeship, Local area, Remote work, Shift work,

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