Experienced/ Lead/ Mate Deckhand
- Pay
- MAR
- Location
- Paducah, KY · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Listed
- 31 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- TWIC card
- towboat operations
- barge tow building
- vessel housekeeping
Stated benefits & perks
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k match
- Tuition reimbursement
About the role
Ingram Marine Group is looking to bring experienced deckhands on board for our Line haul/Fleet operations. Before applying please note: Must have Towboat Experience. Please see videos below! You may be assigned to any river segment or vessel type based upon Company needs at time of your hire. As an Ingram associate, you will be reliable for your own transportation to and from your hitches.
What You Will Be Doing: Assisting deck crew in tow building (laying wires, tighten ratchets, sweep and shovel barges) Daily vessel housekeeping (sweeping, mopping and cleaning crew living quarters) Assisting with locking Carrying rigging (ratchets, wires and straps) pumps, hoses and lines Working outdoors for extended periods of time in weather conditions such as heat/cold & rain/snow Checking barges for water and leaks - which at times requires climbing into confined spaces Upkeep of vessel appearance includes sooging (washing), chipping and painting Assisting the Engineer as requested Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems Participating in safety drills and audits Performing other related duties as assigned or requested
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstration of the Ingram Way Ability to uphold Ingram's high safety standards Ability to work away from home for extended periods Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to respond quickly in an unexpected circumstance Demonstration of critical thinking and decision making skills Strong communication within all levels of the organization Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity Must be able to read/write the English language per USCG regulations Must be able to obtain required Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
Need a TWIC card? Apply here. Pass a post-offer process if an offer is made (background check, drug screen, physical) Be able to lift and carry up to 110 pounds for up to 1000 feet Be able to work in confined spaces often entered through a manhole Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. A competitive compensation package Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.
Generous paid time off benefits 401K match Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program Ingram will never ask job applicants for money at any stage of the hiring process. We do not require payments for applications, background checks, training, or any other recruitment-related expenses.
Additionally, we do not arrange or cover travel for interviews. Ingram does not guarantee employment to individuals attending walk-in interviews or hiring events. If you receive any requests for payment or travel coordination claiming to be from Ingram, please treat them as fraudulent and report them to us immediately at. EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled We participate in EVerify
About the Company
Ingram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America's inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet of barges that transport aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products. We're committed to being the best at whatever we do. We're continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we're successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates ("Company") is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.
From Ingram Barge Company's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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