Deckhand - City Cruises - Philadelphia

Hornblower•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Deckhand monitors deck areas onboard the vessel(s) as well as passengers, to ensure safety during ferry operations, dockside and underway. The Deckhand handles lines and rigging to launch or dock the boat and performs custodial and/or general maintenance tasks as directed. The Deckhand provides a high level of customer service to all guests.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) preferred.
Will work for extended periods of time without sitting.
Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds.
Strong customer service, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Maintain a high level of organization, detailed oriented and meet deadlines.
Handle multiple tasks/projects at one time.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by job responsibility.
Listen effectively, assess the situation, determine relevant issues, & suggest solutions.
Have a working knowledge of computer skills, including but not limited to proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.
Must be able to effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to coworkers and guests.
Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards.
Will be required to be available for work nights, weekends and on all major holidays.

Nice To Haves

First Aid and CPR/AED Certification a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Monitor passenger & crewmember safety issues on the vessel.
Ensure that safety equipment is utilized and appropriate guidelines are followed for all tasks involving physical risk or hazardous materials.
Participate in meetings, training, drills, and safety audits as required by USCG & company policy.
Develop an understanding of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of the location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment (i.e., fire extinguishers, fire stations, life preservers, work vest, life floats, and rescue boat).
Handle and dispose of all chemicals and other types of hazardous or caustic materials in compliance with Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), as required.
Report safety-related concerns.
Handle mooring lines to dock or undock the vessel.
Responsible for getting underway, mooring, anchoring, handling lines, and bridge operations in all weather conditions.
Sell tickets and concessions, responsible for ticketing equipment, inventory, and cash.
Provide refreshments including alcoholic beverages at times, to guests.
Perform lookout duties while underway, including watching for other vessels and monitoring the waterway for potentially unsafe conditions.
Assist in boarding and disembarking of passengers and vehicles.
Assist with filling potable water, bunkering fuel, connecting, and disconnecting shore power as directed.
Perform cleaning and custodial tasks of the vessels and property, including maintenance and construction tasks as assigned and minor engineering repairs and rounds as directed.
Assist with training of crew as directed.
Comply with rules and regulations contained in the crew handbook and as directed by supervisor.
Understand and comply with the Safety Management System (SMS).
Understand and comply with Ship Instructions (SIs).
Maintain Crew Qualification binder.
Collaborate with other HMS personnel to remain attentive to regulatory requirements and alert to regulatory changes.
Assist the Master in ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
Assist the Master in ensuring the vessel is in an inspection-ready condition at all times.
Present professional level of customer service and appearance to all clients and at all times, both internal and external.
Responsible for handling money and balancing deposits/money bags.
Report safety, operational, and environmental issues to the vessel master.
Additional job duties as assigned.