Deckhand - Pierce County Ferry
$46,322–$46,322 year
On-site · Washington, United States or Steilacoom, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Deckhand monitors deck areas onboard the vessel and passengers/vehicles to ensure safety during ferry operations and events; handles lines and rigging to launch or dock; performs custodial and maintenance tasks; provides high level customer service; participates in safety drills and trainings per USCG and company policy; uses PPE; handles hazardous materials per MSDS; assists with mooring, underway operations, boarding/disembarking, water/fuel/shore power tasks; conducts cleaning and minor repairs; aims for highest quality and continuous improvement; supports crew training and SMS/SIs compliance; maintains vessel readiness and regulatory adherence; presents professional customer service and appearance to clients.
Required 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, guests, and fellow employees.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, quickly-changing environment
- Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office familiarity
- Minimum six (6) months customer service experience preferred
- Previous marine experience or watch standing experience preferred
- One (1) year experience as Deckhand onboard vessels; passenger vessel experience preferred
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident/incident testing.
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