Deckhand: 28-Week Cruise Ship Experience

American Cruise Lines; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 weeks onboard

Competitive weekly wages

Job summary

American Cruise Lines is hiring Deckhands for the 2026 season to work aboard our ships and ensure a safe, seamless voyage for guests. This temporary onboard role runs up to 28 weeks with competitive weekly wages.

Responsibilities include line handling, decks and passenger areas, luggage loading, cleaning, security, and guest assistance. Pre-employment drug testing applies; grooming standards and safety training are required.

Qualifications

• You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and an American citizen or Green Card holder.
• Under Federal Law and the Department of Transportation, pre-employment drug testing is required for all shipboard employees.
• American Cruise Lines grooming standards limit visible tattoos and piercings.

Responsibilities

• Handling lines, gangways, anchors, and marine equipment under the guidance of Captains and Mates.
• Standing helm watches assisting the Captain and Mate in steering the vessel.
• Standing gangway and deck watches including security, maintenance, and passenger assistance duties.
• Loading and unloading guest luggage, ship stores, garbage, and daily logistics tasks.
• Cleaning all exterior decks, verandas, windows, furniture, and marine spaces.
• Washing, drying, and folding all ship laundry.

Job description

American Cruise Lines is hiring Deckhands for the 2026 season to work aboard our ships and ensure a safe, seamless voyage for guests. This temporary onboard role runs up to 28 weeks with competitive weekly wages.

Responsibilities include line handling, decks and passenger areas, luggage loading, cleaning, security, and guest assistance. Pre-employment drug testing applies; grooming standards and safety training are required.