Application for Employment
Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, marital
status, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or the presence of a non-job related
medical condition, disability, or handicap.
Thank you for completing this application form and for your interest in employment with our
company. Employment will be subject to satisfactory reference checks and pre-employment examination
that will include a drug and alcohol screening in accordance with state and federal law.
The applicant (upon approval of employment) understands that he/she will be immediately
subjected to random drug and alcohol screening as required by the United States Coast Guard.
(46 CFR 16.23 f)
Personal Information
Education
Past Employment
Start with present or most recent employer.
Special Skills and Qualifications
Summarize special skills, qualifications, licenses, professional, or business experiences that you think would
especially qualify you for employment.
References
(Other than relatives)
Inland/Offshore Deckhand Check List
Every potential employee must complete the check list below. Every question must be answered.
Which vessel you have more experience on ?
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Can you swim ?
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Can you climb ladders ?
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Do you get seasick ?
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Do you get airsick ?
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Are you familiar with Material Transfer Procedures ?
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Are you capable of lifting 50 to 75 pounds frequently ?
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Can you handle lines to moor vessel to docks ?
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Can you tie vessel to vessel ?
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Can you handle lines to moor vessel to rigs or platforms ?
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Can you use a boat hook ?
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Are you capable of swinging by a hand rope from vessel to platform and platform to vessel ?
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Transfer by crane and basket by standing on outer rim of basket and grasping rope net ?
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Can you lower lifeboats in case of emergency ?
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Can you stand watch while underway ?
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Can you open and close valves by hand ?
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Can you load and unload cargo ?
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Can you lubricate machinery and equipment ?
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Can you use hand tools for maintenance ?
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Can you use a paint brush and rollers ?
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Can you clean using mops, brooms, brushes and fire hoses ?
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Can you follow direct orders without supervision ?
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Can you work the back deck ?
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Do you have a knowledge of shackles ?
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Do you have knowledge of rig moves ?
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Do you have knowledge of anchors ?
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Do you have knowledge of barges ?
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Inland Push Boats, Tow Boats, and Tugs: All duties as offshore deckhand plus
How many barges have you handled ?
Do you have experiences with any of the following: Please check off:
Can you make or break a tow ?
Answer:
- I understand that employment will be subject to my submitting documentary proof of my identity and legal
eligibility to work.
- I understand that the employer follows an “employment at will” policy, in that I or the employer may
terminate my employment at any time or for any reasons consistent with applicable state or federal laws.
- I understand that this application is not a contract of employment.
- I understand that the company will thoroughly investigate my work and personal history and verify all data
given on this application, on related papers, and in interviews. I authorize all individuals, schools, and firms
named therein, except my current employer if so noted, to provide any information requested about me,
and I release from all liability for damage in providing this information.
- I certify that all the statements herein are true and understand that any falsification or willful omission shall
be sufficient cause for dismissal or refusal of employment.