Deckhand / Naturalist for 2027 Season!

Huna Totem Corporation•Hoonah, AK

About The Position

The Marine Tour Deckhand works under the direction of the Captain to help provide an exceptional guest experience while prioritizing passenger safety and comfort. The role includes assisting with vessel cleaning, stocking, maintenance, and mooring operations, as well as engaging guests with historical, cultural, and marine wildlife information. The Deckhand participates in required safety drills and training and follows workplace safety and environmental protection protocols. This is a seasonal position.

Requirements

Ability to follow directions and take charge of large groups.
Strong guest-service aptitude and a friendly, professional demeanor.
Strong presentation and communication skills, with willingness to learn about marine life.
Interest in advancing toward a Captain position in the future.
Must pass a security background check and DOT drug test.
First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain them.
Must be able to work long hours without smoke breaks in Icy Strait Point’s smoke-free environment.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and walk more than five miles daily.
Ability to speak for extended periods while walking without becoming winded.
Willingness to live and work in a remote, rural community.
Comfort traveling by small plane or ferry to and from Icy Strait Point.
Ability to navigate gravel roads and work in inclement weather.
Desire to build a long-term career at Icy Strait Point.
Must provide proof of legal authority to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Conduct activities and make decisions according to Icy Strait Point’s guiding principles: Best, Authentic, and Profitable Tour Destination.
Serve as a tour guide and naturalist, sharing historical, cultural, and marine wildlife knowledge and spotting and identifying marine life.
Assist the Captain with mooring operations, handling lines during docking and undocking, securing the gangway, and ensuring guest and crew safety.
Assist dock representatives with loading guests, crowd control, and distributing tour materials where required.
Participate in fire, flooding, man overboard, abandon ship, medical, and spill-response safety drills.
Manage vessel supplies inventory and notify the Captain when restocking is needed.
Clean the vessel after each tour, including removing garbage, washing windows, hosing with fresh water, and restocking supplies.
Follow workplace safety protocols and ensure environmental protection.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Wear the uniform while performing assigned duties or when requested by management.
Follow scheduling procedures provided by Marine management and be willing to relocate vessels at short notice.
Obey policies set by Marine Management staff.