Seasonal Deckhand

Job Description

Overview
Summary:
The Deckhand
(Seasonal
Position)
assists
with vessel operations, ensuring proper maintenance and adherence to emergency procedures for the safety of the vessel and its passengers. This role requires flexibility to work on an as-needed basis, supporting operations as required by the
General Manager
.

Pay:
$23.00- $25.00

Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:
Handle lines for docking and undocking operations

Assist
with taking on fuel and water

Manage gangway handling and trash removal

Perform basic vessel and engine maintenance

Act as a key crew member in implementing emergency procedures, adhering to the emergency checklist, and explaining any deviations

Apply knowledge of
initial
actions for man overboard and vessel flooding scenarios

Participate in crew training and periodic emergency drills

Provide assistance
and information to passengers as needed

Maintain cooperative and professional relationships with crew members and other employees

Qualifications
Necessary Skills and Knowledge:
Knowledge of and ability to apply emergency and fire regulations, emergency procedures, emergency equipment, and systems applicable to vessel operation

Knowledge of proper vessel handling and docking techniques

Basic understanding of vessel maintenance practices

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Skill in
establishing
and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees

Ability to work directly with the public, providing information and
assistance

daily

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent

One (1) to two (2) years of maritime industry experience

Current CPR and first aid certifications

Ability to pass required drug testing

Preferred Qualifications:
Previous
experience on a passenger vessel

Working Conditions
Vessel with a passenger capacity up to 100.  Exposure to inclement weather conditions and potential rough seas.  Physically fit to perform strenuous work and able to
lift up
to 50 lbs. on an ongoing basis.  Must be able to
lift up
to 80 lbs. on an occasional basis.

Acknowledgment Statement
While this job description describes the essential functions and qualifications of the position described, it is not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all the duties performed by all employees in this job
.
Incumbent(s) may not
be required
to perform all duties listed and may be
required
to perform
additional
, position-related duties.

By signing
below
you are indicating that you have read this job description and understand the duties and qualifications for the job, and that your supervisor has discussed the job duties and expectations with you; a signed copy of the job description will be provided to each employee.

Essential Job Functions:
Handle lines for docking and undocking operations

Assist
with taking on fuel and water

Manage gangway handling and trash removal

Perform basic vessel and engine maintenance

Act as a key crew member in implementing emergency procedures, adhering to the emergency checklist, and explaining any deviations

Apply knowledge of
initial
actions for man overboard and vessel flooding scenarios

Participate in crew training and periodic emergency drills

Provide assistance
and information to passengers as needed

Maintain cooperative and professional relationships with crew members and other employees

Requirements

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:
Knowledge of and ability to apply emergency and fire regulations, emergency procedures, emergency equipment, and systems applicable to vessel operation

Knowledge of proper vessel handling and docking techniques

Basic understanding of vessel maintenance practices

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Skill in
establishing
and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees

Ability to work directly with the public, providing information and
assistance

daily

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent

One (1) to two (2) years of maritime industry experience

Current CPR and first aid certifications

Ability to pass required drug testing

Preferred Qualifications:
Previous
experience on a passenger vessel

Working Conditions
Vessel with a passenger capacity up to 100.  Exposure to inclement weather conditions and potential rough seas.  Physically fit to perform strenuous work and able to
lift up
to 50 lbs. on an ongoing basis.  Must be able to
lift up
to 80 lbs. on an occasional basis.

Acknowledgment Statement
While this job description describes the essential functions and qualifications of the position described, it is not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all the duties performed by all employees in this job
.
Incumbent(s) may not
be required
to perform all duties listed and may be
required
to perform
additional
, position-related duties.

By signing
below
you are indicating that you have read this job description and understand the duties and qualifications for the job, and that your supervisor has discussed the job duties and expectations with you; a signed copy of the job description will be provided to each employee.