Deckhand

Austin Community College; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunity for repeat employment

Job summary

Portland Schooner Co. in Portland, ME is seeking full-time seasonal Deckhands to join its historic wooden vessels this late summer/fall. Responsibilities include performing deck operations, assisting guests, and ensuring safety standards in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard requirements.

The ideal candidate will have traditional sailing experience and must be prepared to pass a drug test. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for repeat employment each season.

Qualifications

• Previous traditional sailing experience preferred.
• Must pass a drug test as required by the United States Coast Guard.

Responsibilities

• Perform deck operations during 3-5 day shifts.
• Assist guests and passengers with a safe and exceptional experience.
• Maintain safety standards and comply with U.S. Coast Guard requirements.

Skills

Deckhand experience

Drug test compliance

Job description

Overview

Portland Schooner Co., based in Portland, ME, is inviting applications for late summer/fall, full‑time, seasonal Deckhand positions aboard its fleet of historic wooden vessels.

Responsibilities

• Perform deck operations during 3‑5 day shifts.
• Assist guests and passengers with a safe and exceptional experience.
• Maintain safety standards and comply with U.S. Coast Guard requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous traditional sailing experience preferred.
• Must pass a drug test as required by the United States Coast Guard.

Benefits

• Competitive, industry‑leading compensation commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity for repeat employment each season.