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Entry Level Deckhand-Decatur Fleet

Company:
Parker Towing Company
Location:
Decatur, AL, 35602
Posted:
December 29, 2025
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Job Description

Parker Towing Company, is currently hiring for deckhands. Don't miss this great career opportunity. Parker Towing offers a steersman program, tankerman program, and senior chief engineering program. All those selected for these programs start out as deckhands. For this position, the schedule consists oof 14 days on and 7 days at home. Deckhands will only work 12 hours each day, which allows them to go home each day. Candidates must live within a close commute to our fleet in Decatur, AL. At Parker Towing we strive to offer the best benefits for you and your family: medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, bi annual bonuses, 401k.

Primary Responsibilities of a Deckhand:

Build and break tow

Line handling

Assist with going through locks

Tying off vessels at fleets and docks

Perform minor towboat and barge maintenance

Maintain barge in tow

Keep boat and barges safe and clean

Household chores: cleaning, sweeping, mopping, dish washing, etc., keeping exterior of boat clean

Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age or older

Live within 35 minutes of our downtown, Decatur, AL fleet

Must have a high school diploma or GED

Must have a valid/current drivers license, NO EXCEPTIONS

Must be able to pass United States Coast Guard physical requirements including but not limited to lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying heavy equipment, maintain balance and navigate uneven surfaces, climbing up and down ladders and stairways.

Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions (extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, snow, etc.)

Must be able to work required schedule

Must be able to work various weekends and holidays

Must be able to pass United States Coast Guard drug screen

Must be able to understand and complete verbal and written orders

Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)

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