Deckhand

Boyd Gaming; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 23,074 - 25,141; Part time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming is looking for a Deckhand in East Peoria, Illinois. The role involves maintaining vessel cleanliness, performing seasonal maintenance, and participating in safety drills. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have six months of relevant experience preferred. Responsibilities include general vessel upkeep and ensuring safety during drills and emergencies. The hourly rate is between USD 16.75 and USD 18.25, and applicants must meet licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Six 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 obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the vessel by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing the deck.
• Participate in passenger safety drills and assist in emergency situations.
• Perform general seasonal maintenance such as sanding and painting.

Skills

Customer service

Safety procedures

Maintenance skills

Tools

Fire hose

Winch

Davit

Capstan

Kevels

Job description

• Compensation: USD 16.75 - USD 18.25 - hourly

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 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.