Deckhand

Northeast Maritime Institute Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime training organization is hiring full-time deck hands in Boston, MA. Responsibilities include participating in marine safety drills, general maintenance, and operating deck machinery under adverse conditions. Position requires certifications like CG Medical card, STCW, and CPR/First aid. The role involves a 2-week on/off rotation, and candidates must be physically fit to work at sea and lift items up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Valid CG Medical card is required.
• STCW certification is necessary.
• Need a TWIC card for access.
• CPR/First aid certification is needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform shipboard duties as assigned by the Master or Mate.
• Engage in general maintenance and participate in marine safety drills.
• Stand watch and operate deck machinery in various conditions.

Skills

Marine safety drills participation

Winches and crane operation

General maintenance and cleaning

Ability to work in adverse conditions

Job description

• Deck hands perform shipboard duties as assigned and instructed by the Master or Mate.
• Duties include but are not limited to participating in marine safety drills and training, watch standing, general maintenance and cleaning.
• Deck hands also participate in deck operations that include working with winches, H-frame, and cranes and other mechanical systems in adverse conditions for long periods of time.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS

Semper will cover costs of certificates after employment.

• Valid CG Medical card
• STCW
• TWIC
• CPR/First aid certificate

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Pass a pre-employment drug test and be entered in a random drug testing program.
• Work at sea in rough weather situations.
• Ability to be away from home for up to 2 weeks at a time.
• Physically fit and able to work in harsh conditions, climb ladders, and lift items up to 50 lbs.

This position is full time based out of Charlestown, MA. It is on a 2 week on/off rotation.

Compensation based on experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Semper Offshore LLC is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination, hostility, harassment, and retaliation.