Deckhand

Allen Marine Inc•Sitka, AK

10d

About The Position

Summary for Deckhand The Deckhand executes duties to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of the vessel. This position may also provide stand watches for the Bridge Watch Officer's navigation purposes. Licensed deckhands will operate small inflatable tenders and DIBs as directed by the Chief Mate for the transportation of guests on scenic rides and transportation to and from shore.

Requirements

High School Diploma
1 year in the maritime industry with progressively responsible experience.
Requires strong communication, organizational skills, and writing skills.
Must be experienced at multi-tasking and remain flexible in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
Microsoft Office experience.
Valid US driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Must pass a security background check and DOT drug test.

Nice To Haves

Experience in tourism and/or cruise industries.
License endorsement required for “Unlimited Radar Observer”.
First Aid and CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

Manage mooring lines during docking and un-docking procedures, handle anchor winches during anchor procedures, set, take, and secure the gangway, ensure its safety for guest and crew use, and assist them while using the gangway.
Perform watch duties while underway, anchored, or in port, as assigned by the Chief Mate.
Holds a position on the ship’s Emergency Station Bill. Must meet requirements of Emergency Station Bill for both drills and actual emergencies to include fire, flooding, man overboard, abandon ship, medical, and spill response.
Perform a variety of tasks as assigned by the Chief Mate. These may include janitorial duties, upkeep and maintenance of the vessel, and guest services.
Perform engineering and security rounds as Chief Mate and Chief Engineer directed.
While on bridge watch, assist the officer on watch as directed. Specific duties such as steering, chart work, lookout, and use of bridge electronics will vary with the areas of operation and with the officer of the watch. When on duty on the bridge, those duties shall take precedence over all else and require the utmost vigilance.
While in port, perform duties such as assisting in baggage handling, laundry loading and unloading, taking in potable water, taking out garbage, cleaning windows, and vessel washdown.
On turnaround day, responsible for taking on the ship’s stores, assisting with baggage movements, and cleaning all exterior areas that cannot be completed while underway.
Interacting with guests in a friendly and courteous manner constantly. Provide friendly and professional service while assisting guests on and off the vessel at the gangway, escorting guests to their stateroom, working on stateroom maintenance projects, performing safety rounds, and while the bridge is open.
Enhance guest experience by actively searching for wildlife and bringing sightings to the attention of the officer on watch and the Naturalist.
Follows prescribed hours set forth by the vessel’s daily roster.
Maintain awareness of basic safety rules, workplace safety, and respect for the environment.
Special projects may be assigned as required by the business.