Deckhand

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deckhand to join our team at Allen Marine Inc. As a Deckhand, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of our vessels.

• Assist the Chief Mate in executing duties to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of the vessel.
• Stand watches for navigation purposes with the Bridge Watch Officer and operate small inflatable tenders and DIBs as directed by the Chief Mate.
• Perform a variety of tasks as assigned by the Chief Mate, including janitorial duties, upkeep and maintenance of the vessel, and guest services.
• Assist in baggage handling, laundry loading and un-loading, taking on potable water, taking off garbage, cleaning windows and vessel wash down.
• Interact with guests in a friendly and courteous manner, providing exceptional service while assisting them on and off the vessel.
• Enhance guest experience by actively searching for wildlife and bringing sightings to the attention of the officer on watch and the Naturalist.
• Safe operation of zodiacs and DIB's, without guests, and their daily upkeep while working in conjunction with the vessel engineer.

• 1-3 years of experience in the maritime industry with progressively responsible experience.
• Strong communication skills: verbal, non-verbal and written.
• Writing skills capable of completing forms and making log entries.
• Strong interpersonal skills and guest service aptitude.
• Must pass a security background check and DOT drug test.

• Proven team player and have a Can-Do attitude.
• Organized, even tempered.
• Ability to take directions and work with a diverse team.
• Ability to interpret and follow rules, policy and procedures.
• Ability to maintain composure with courteous and professional demeanor.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Crew stays in shared quarters onboard with little privacy and relatively constant vibration and engine noise often for long periods of time. This is a fast-paced and dynamic work environment with a diverse workforce. Crew may be moved from one vessel to another at the discretion of Management. Due to remote locations of vessel routes, internet connectivity is limited. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel to the vessels in Alaska and extended stay up to 5 months on board is required. Must be physically able to work a typical workday of about 10-14 hours per day, seven days a week. Environmental conditions generally include ambient inside temperature, ambient inside lighting, ambient to loud noise levels, all weather conditions, occasional use of required protective clothing including raingear and life preserver. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to walk on uneven deck surfaces crossing from vessel to vessel. Physically able to climb a 7-foot vertical ladder and fit through a 28-inch escape hatch.