Senior Deckhand

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Position Overview

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.

Required Qualifications

·       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

·       Tourism and/or customer service experience a plus

Work Environment

Seldovia Village Tribe is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco-free work environment. Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors, and subject to varying weather conditions. Must have ability to manipulate large and small objects, ability to see, hear and speak clearly. Physical activities may also include twisting, crouching, or kneeling. There is frequent involvement with individuals who exhibit less than cordial behavior. Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse populations.

Physical Requirements

Lift/Carry: 70 lbs or less individually, teamwork for 70 lbs or heavier

Push/Pull: 70 lbs or less individually, teamwork for 70 lbs or heavier

Employment Requirements

Background check

FBI fingerprinting

Preemployment drug-testing

Employee Health Requirements

Duties and 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

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN SELDOVIA, ALASKA. This position is contracted for the entire season, with season prep and season close out weeks occurring before and after the passenger season.  We will not consider applicants who cannot work for the entire length of the contract.

Seldovia Bay Ferry does not staff an Engineer, so applicants should be aware that the Captain is responsible to fulfill roles and responsibilities normally tasked to an Engineer.

Salary : $200