Tug Boat Deckhand

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

$1,500 Employee Referral Bonus Eligible

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials, including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You'll Do:

Promote Safety. Always take an active role in prioritizing safety per OSHA, MSHA, and Vulcan standards throughout the tug boats, barges, and plants for yourself and others.

Build and Break Tows. Buildtows using cables and lines to assist others on the vessel in preparing barges for the loading, transporting, and discharging aggregate barges.

Lock and Dock. Assist coworkers with handling and assembling deck lines, rigging during tow building, and locking and docking activities.

Inspect Boat and Other Equipment. Perform daily inspections and maintenance of the vessel's interior and exterior to ensure safe working conditions.

Maintain Boat and Equipment. Perform scheduled preventative maintenance, including cleaning, scraping, painting, and changing all oil and filters throughout the vessel.

Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Skills You’ll Need:

Certifications. A valid Merchant Mariner Credential is required. Applicants without a valid Merchant Mariner Credential will not be considered.

Flexibility. Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on company demands. Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions while wearing protective equipment, including foul weather gear, life jackets, gloves, and boots.

Knowledge of Best Practices. Must have knowledge of general principles and practices regarding marine safety and operations.

Mechanical Skills. Must have some knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.

What You’ll Like About Us:

Hourly Range. The hourly range for this role is between $250.00 and $400.00 per day. This range does not include our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate’s compensation, we consider several factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.  

Safe. We are an industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do, which impacts daily lives—and every employee contributes.Our aggregates are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.  

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as critical to our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. 

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES, AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS: Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department. Please review our policy regarding using temporary staffing agencies, placement services, and professional recruiters.