Intermediate & Experienced Inland Deckhand

Benefits

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401(k) match

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$61,842 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+1.9% - Slower

Matched to SOC 11-1021 - Operations aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Operations From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

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Weekend work

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Equity

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About this role

Intermediate & Experienced Inland Deckhand Channelview, TX, US Overview 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. 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. Responsibilities SAFETY Inland Deckhands are responsible for supporting the vessel master in the safe and efficient operation of Kirby's boats and barges. Kirby employees are responsible for the adherence to safety rules, and safety instructions from Managers and Supervisors as a requirement for employment with Kirby. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Attach and remove line and cables to and from the vessel, barges, docks and locks 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 Maintain vessel by performing scheduled maintenance and housekeeping such as sweeping, washing the vessel, chipping rusted metal, priming and painting Make minor repairs using tools such as hammers, fire axes and ratchets, hand winches, stripping pumps, needle guns and grinders Perform other duties as assigned by the vessel master (examples: cooking, cleaning and washing clothes) Qualifications EXPERIENCE Basic computer skills knowledge required. 12 months of consecutive work experience preferred. 6 months minimum

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