seasonal deckhand
Essential Functions
- Sweeps, mops and waxes dance floor; sweeps and hoses or power washes decks; performs custodial and maintenance tasks.
- Handles mooring lines and rigging to launch or dock the boat.
- Performs as a navigational watchman while underway.
Examples of Work
Under Close Supervision:
- Sweeps, mops and waxes dance floor; sweeps and hoses or power washes decks; empties trash cans and transports trash to the dumpster; changes light bulbs and polishes brass throughout the boat; arranges tables and chairs on the dance floor and decks.
- Handles mooring lines and rigging to launch or dock the boat.
- Performs as a navigational watchman while underway; bow watchman observes the water for obstacles and reports information to the pilot house; swings the stage following launch and secures bow lines; dance floor watchman observes conditions including spills, obstructions of walkways and exits, and ice supply in the bar and concession stand and observes passengers watching for dangerous actions, fights, illnesses and injuries; Texas deck watchman observes passengers watching for dangerous actions, fights, illnesses and injuries; pilot house watchman observes the pilot, assures safe navigation in the event the pilot/captain becomes incapacitated and watches for obstacles from the stern while the boat is moving in reverse.
- Counts passengers, distributes and takes tickets during the boarding process.
- Participates in weekly emergency procedure drills including man overboard, fire, abandon ship, emergency steering training and Marsec training.
- Transports supplies and ice to the concession and bar areas of the boat. Assists the Food and Beverage staff with table busing and post cruise cleanup.
- Assists elderly and disabled passengers during boarding and exiting of the boat.
- Closes windows, turns out lights and locks doors after the last cruise of the day.
- Answers questions from the public.
- Assists in scrubbing and painting all boats.
- Performs related work and other duties as assigned.
Special Requirements
Must submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the U.S. Coast Guard, including but not limited to pre-employment and random testing. Must wear safety equipment as mandated by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Pay Rate
$16.65 per hour
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