What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lady Caroline - Deck Hand position at LADY CAROLINE LLC?
A Legacy of Excellence
Entertaining Your World
Jacobs Entertainment, Inc. (JEI) is a developer, owner and operator of gaming and entertainment facilities across the United States. Core to the company’s value is our commitment to ethical leadership, outstanding training, and open employee communication.
Jacobs Entertainment is currently in search of a ships “Deck Hand” for Lady Caroline. Lady Caroline offers a unique opportunity to experience “The Land” from the water, cruising Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River while traveling under historic jackknife bridges and taking in the downtown Cleveland skyline. All regular lunch, brunch and dinner cruises include a freshly prepared buffet and entertainment, while themed events can include dockside happy hours, murder mystery productions, wine tastings and concession-based dining options. Lady Caroline is docked at the Flats West Bank in downtown Cleveland with convenient employee parking.
This position is Seasonal Part-Time to December 2025
Our employees are supported with a comprehensive benefits program that include the following:
- $200 Referral Bonus
- Paid Sick Leave available immediately and renews annually—prorated based on average hours worked
- Matching 401K program after 90 days
- Ongoing learning and development programs
- Work towards your future advancement within the company—most of our supervisors and managers are promoted from within
Essential Job Responsibilities and Duties:
- Oversee passenger comfort and safety
- Line handling
- Ship cleanliness & appearance
- General ship maintenance
- Continually maintain safe standards for vessel operation
- Immediately report any/all incidents to Captain
- Maintain and record all ship’s log as required by US Coast Guard
- Maintain ongoing communication with all shipboard employees while ship is away from its’ mooring
- Operate marine radio
Skills, Education and Other Requirements:
- Must be 18 years old (per US Coast Guard)
- Friendly and outgoing personality
- Red Cross CPR certificate (per USGC)
- Marine-maritime training preferred
- Pass USCG required urine drug screen
- Merchant marine credentials are a plus
- Must be available nights, weekends and holidays
- Ability to stand for up to 8 hours during shift
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Identification that establishes identity
- Identification that establishes the right to work in the United States
