Deckhand

Andersen Corporation • Bayport, MN

1d • $18 - $26

About The Position

Andersen is looking for a responsible, respectful, and extroverted individual with excellent customer service skills to serve as a deckhand for summer boat trips on Andersen’s historic Glengarry boat. The position is responsible for ensuring guests of the Glengarry have a safe and enjoyable experience on excursions down the St. Croix River. The deckhand will provide a second set of eyes to the boat captain while on the river and should have a basic understanding of boating and boating safety. This is a part-time position and will be scheduled based on cruise reservations. Shifts will be approximately 2 ½ hours in length, and may occur in the afternoon or early evening from late spring through September.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Completed and current, or willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification
• Positive attitude
• Decisive decision-making skills
• Customer first mindset
• Must be able to regularly lift and / move up to 50 pound
• Specific vision abilities require excellent distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
• Must be able to stand for length of cruise, balance, kneel, crouch, and climb stairs frequently
• Ability to swim

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of passengers and crew members. 25%
• Stand watch and look for other boats and dangerous obstructions in the water, as well as navigational aids like buoys or markers. 20%
• Handle lines and assist with anchoring the boat. 20%
• Operate and maintain onboard equipment in case of an emergency. 10%
• Help steer the vessel and monitor water depth if captain is unable. 10%
• Help unload and load cargo as needed. 5%
• Assist guests with questions pertaining to the Glengarry history and local area. 5%
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor. 5%

Benefits

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees