Deckhand - 110 ft Chase Boat (Private)

3S Recruitment; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

3S Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Deckhand for a private 110 ft chase boat based in West Palm Beach, FL. The role supports a 3-person crew with duties including deck maintenance, lines handling, fenders, anchoring, docking assistance, and exterior care.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 months of deckhand experience, strong pride in vessel upkeep, and comfort living aboard a private yacht with a light-use program. B1/B2 or work authorization in the USA required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of deckhand experience.
• Solid experience with lines, fenders and anchoring.
• Hands-on approach with strong work ethic.
• Comfortable with exterior maintenance and teak care.

Responsibilities

• General deck maintenance and upkeep.
• Washing, polishing and detailing.
• Handling lines and fenders.
• Anchoring and docking assistance.
• Assisting captain and crew.
• Exterior maintenance.

Skills

Deckhand experience

Lines & fenders

Hands-on

Team player

Job description

About the job Deckhand -- 110 ft Chase Boat (Private)

Deckand --110 ft Chase Boat

A brand-new 110' chase boat is looking for a hands-on deckhand to join its 3-person crew.

The vessel is based in West Palm Beach and spends approximately 10 months of the year in the area, with Christmas and New Year in the Bahamas. The owner uses the vessel primarily as a tender to his larger yacht. This includes trips torestaurants andthe beach.

This is a private, light-use program with no charter. The boat has lots of teak and requires someone who enjoys being hands-on and takes pride in maintaining the exterior.

Duties:

• General deck maintenance and upkeep
• Washing, polishing and detailing
• Handling lines and fenders
• Anchoring and anchoring procedures
• Assisting with docking and maneuvering
• General exterior maintenance
• Assisting the captain and crew as needed

Program:

• 3-person crew
• Approximately 10 months per year based in West Palm Beach
• Bahamas for Christmas/New Year
• Owner primarily uses the boat for day trips and as a tender to his larger yacht
• A few trips each year lasting several weeks
• Possible Mediterranean trip for approximately 3 weeks; vessel would be shipped to the Med
• No water toys
• Tender driving experience is not required
• Private cabin

Ideal Candidate:

• 6 months previous deckhand experience required
• Must have solid experience with lines, fenders and anchoring
• Hands-on approach and strong work ethic
• Comfortable with regular exterior maintenance and teak care
• Detail-oriented and takes pride in the vessel
• Able to work well as part of a small crew
• Someone who wants to be based in West Palm Beach
• Open to male or female candidates
• Must have B1/B2 visa or legal to work in the USA