Deckhand

Seldovia Village Tribe IRA•Seldovia, AK

19h•$150 - $180•Onsite

About The Position

Come join our Seldovia Bay Ferry team! This position is based in Seldovia, Alaska. This position is contracted for the entire season, with season prep and season close out weeks occurring before and after passenger season. Only applicants who can work for the entire length of the contract will be considered.

Requirements

Must pass all alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, and post-accident/incident testing.
Be at least 18+ years of age
CPR/First Aid- renewals offered at no cost by Seldovia Village Tribe
General knowledge of COLREGS and Inland Rules of the Road
A strong understanding of Seldovia Village Tribe’s mission, vision, and core values
Completion of Position Qualification- Deckhand
Must be able to conduct crowd control measures and casualty control measures
Demonstrated leadership ability
Reliability and trustworthiness
Must be able to perform basic arithmetic
Computer literacy
Working knowledge of deck equipment
Must be a team player

Nice To Haves

Tourism and/or customer service experience a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure passenger safety, provide customer service, assist in and/or conduct vessel operations and maintenance as directed by Senior Deckhand or Vessel Captain.
Advanced seamanship duties including safety equipment, line handling, knots, splices, and boat handling
Perform individual station bill responsibilities
Participate in safety drills and training
Must be familiar with matters relating to emergency conditions including but not limited to Man Overboard, Fire, Abandon Ship, Foul Weather, Medical Emergency and Collision
Assist with Kachemak Voyager vessel operations
On-board passenger ticket sales and collection of money
Load and unload passengers under direction of the Senior Deckhand or Vessel Captain
Respond as assigned to all vessel emergencies in accordance with safety procedures
Actively engage passengers to provide outstanding customer service
Maintain vessel cleanliness and appearance to the highest standards
Assist in performing vessel maintenance in accordance with phased maintenance schedules, as directed by the Vessel Captain
Inspect all areas of the vessel for environmental, safety, and health deficiencies on a regular schedule
Report all deficiencies to Senior Deckhand or Vessel Captain and under the direction of the Vessel Captain, Senior Deckhand carry out corrective actions to the maximum extent possible
Must be familiar with the characteristics unique to each dock/port, vessel, and conditions routinely encountered (i.e. fog, fishing areas, driftwood, etc.)
Complete routine reports as directed
Provide assistance with any concession stand sales or set up (i.e. make coffee, refill stock, etc.)
Ability to help load and unload freight from vessel for traveling passengers
Perform duties associated with the protection and evacuation of passengers during an emergency situation
Other duties as assigned by the Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager