Marine Operations - Senior Deckhand

About the role

The Senior Deckhand serves as a crew member with greater experience, knowledge, and responsibility than required to serve in the established Deckhand position as outlined in United States Coast Guard Navigation and Inspection Circular (NVIC) 1-91. The Senior Deckhand is responsible for supervising the work of other deckhands during normal operations and will act as a team leader in response to emergency situations. The Senior Deckhand sets the example regarding company policies, procedures, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Assign deck crew tasks and provide direction
• Stand bridge watch and assist in the safe navigating and maneuvering of the vessel
• Take command if captain becomes incapacitated
• Provide exceptional hospitality to guests and coworkers as prescribed in Our Respect Service System (RSS)
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the vessel
• Load or unload materials from vessels
• Handle lines to moor vessels to pier when necessary
• Stand watch in order to look for obstructions in a ship's path or to locate navigational aids such as buoys and lighthouses
• Provide assistance to Engineer to operate and maintain ship equipment such as engines and generators, and winches
• Escalate any mechanical or maintenance issues to the Director of Marine

Requirements & Qualifications

• HS Diploma
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card), and/or ability to obtain and maintain Valid First Aid/CPR Certification, and/or ability to obtain and maintain Valid Driver’s License
• Copy of DD214 if Veteran status
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to effectively interact with the passengers, Riders, and fellow employees
• Ability to work in fast-paced, quickly changing environment
• Minimum three (3) months experience as a Deckhand
• Will be required to be available for work weekends and on all major holidays