Senior Deckhand

Seldovia Village Tribe IRA•Seldovia, AK

31d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Deckhand will provide an increased level of experience on the M/V Kachemak Voyager. The Senior Deckhand will be responsible for supervising the other deckhands, while the vessel is underway and act as the team leader in the response to any emergency onboard. He or she will be able to assist the Vessel Captain in the operation of the vessel and will be available to operate the vessel in the event the Vessel Captain becomes incapacitated. The Senior Deckhand will also ensure passenger safety, provide customer service, assist in and/or conduct vessel operations and maintenance as directed by Vessel Captain.

Requirements

100 Ton Master License Preferred
Must submit to and pass all alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, and post-accident/incident testing.
Must 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- Senior 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

Direct and assist deckhands in daily vessel operations
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
Safety duties to include crowed control, rigging, line handling, casualty control, first aid, and CPR
Familiarity with the Bridge’s navigational equipment, engine alarms/indicators, controls, gauges, and communication procedures
Engineering familiarity to include main and auxiliary machinery, steering systems, refueling techniques, and emergency procedures
Vessel assistance to include search and rescue techniques, towing, and superior ship handling skills
Load and unload passengers under direction of the Vessel Captain
Respond as “ On- Scene Leader” 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 Vessel Captain and under the direction of the Vessel Captain carry out corrective actions to the maximum extent possible
Maintain records of passenger counts and account for all ticket sales and collection of funds.
On-board passenger ticket sales and collection of money
Provide assistance with any concession stand sales or set up (i.e. make coffee, refill stock, etc.)
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
Must possess working knowledge of all deck equipment
Perform duties associated with the protection and evacuation of passengers during an emergency situation
Ability to help load and unload freight from vessel for traveling passengers
Carry out other duties as assigned by the Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager