Fleet Deckhand I - Westwego, LA
Archer Daniels Midland · $235/day (stated in the posting)
Fleet Deckhand I - Westwego, LAPay: $235/per day
Schedule: 12-hour rotating shift (days and nights). You will work 5 days on day shift, 5 days on night shift and 5 days off. This includes weekends, holidays, and overtime may be available dependent on business need. (Shifts are 4am-4pm and 4pm-4am or 5am-5pm and 5pm-5am). Subject to change.
What You'll Do
- Build tow and handle rigging during operations
- Prepare barges for customer delivery (securing lines/covers, inspections)
- Support maintenance, cleaning, and barge prep crews
- Perform general housekeeping: washing, scraping, painting, sweeping
- Follow all safety rules and report hazards or incidents
- Help complete vessel and safety documentation
- Work as part of a small crew to keep fleet operations moving safely
- Marine or deckhand experience preferred (not required). Entry level welcome!
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
- Ability to work flexible schedules including overnights, weekends, OT if available
- Comfort working outdoors year‑round near water and heavy equipment
- Able to lift heavy materials and work on uneven surfaces
- Safety‑focused and team‑oriented
- Prolonged periods of kneeling, bending and climbing stairs/ladders
- Ability to work near or on large bodies of water, at various heights and in confined spaces
- Reading and writing skills at a basic functional level to perform essential job functions
- Ability to pass DOT drug screening
- Must obtain and maintain a TWIC card
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including a background screening, physical examination, drug testing, and applicable DOT medical certification requirements.
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off & holidays
- Life & disability insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition assistance & job training
- Wellness resources and EAP support
Join ADM / ARTCo, a leader in inland marine transportation, and build a hands-on maritime career with real growth opportunities. You’ll work in a team-focused environment where safety, reliability,and collaboration are top priorities while gaining practical skills that support long-term career development in marine operations and inland transportation.
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Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
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