Deckhand

Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming Corporation is seeking a deckhand responsible for cleaning the vessel, performing seasonal maintenance, and assisting in safety drills and emergencies. The role emphasizes high levels of customer service and safety awareness while enabling teamwork on deck operations.

Ideal candidates will be at least 18 years old with some relevant experience and the ability to operate deck equipment such as hoses and winches. Training and certifications may be required for licensing and compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Six (6) months of experience in the same or similar position preferred.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for duration of shift.
• Must be able to reach, grasp, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel.
• Must be able to operate a fire hose, winch, and davit.
• Must be able to throw and pull lines and use capstan and kevels to tie off the vessel.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness of the vessel by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing the deck.
• Perform general seasonal maintenance on the vessel such as sanding and painting.
• Participate in passenger safety drills and assist in emergency situations.
• Communicate and provide the highest degree of customer service to customers.
• Throw and pull lines, use capstan and kevels to tie up the vessel.

Skills

Customer service

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Tools

Fire hose operation

Winch operation

Davit operation

Capstan and kevels

Job description

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States.

Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry.

Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Job Description

The Deckhand will maintain the cleanliness of the vessel by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing the deck. Perform general seasonal maintenance on the vessel such as sanding and painting to keep it seaworthy. Participate in passenger safety drills and assist in emergency situations.

• The Deckhand will maintain the cleanliness of the vessel on the outside by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing the deck to keep it clean and orderly.
• Able to operate the fire hose, winch and davit. Also knowledge and practice of safety procedures in each situation.
• The Deckhand will communicate and provide the highest degree of customer service to customers.
• Participate in passenger safety drills and actual emergency situations.
• The Deckhand will perform general seasonal maintenance of the vessel such as sanding and painting to keep it seaworthy.
• Throw and pull lines, use capstan and kevels to tie up the vessel.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Six (6) months of experience in the same or similar position preferred.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for duration of shift.
• Must be able to reach, grasp, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel.
• Must be able to operate a fire hose, winch, and davit.
• Must be able to throw and pull lines and use capstan and kevels to tie off the vessel.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Boyd Benefits 2025.pdf

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.