Deckhand - Cruise Ship Ops & Guest Service (28 Weeks)

American Cruise Lines; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel covered

Room and board

Uniforms

Training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines is hiring a Deckhand for the 2026 season to work aboard our ships, ensuring safe and seamless voyages for guests. This temporary 28-week position includes lodging, meals, and uniforms, with travel and training provided by the company.

Responsibilities include line handling, deck maintenance, passenger assistance, and standby watches under captain supervision. Applicants must be 18+, eligible to work in the U.S., and prepared for rigorous shipboard duties.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) and a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.
• Pre-employment drug test for all shipboard employees; marijuana testing included.
• Grooming standards limit visible tattoos and piercings.
• Temporary employment not to extend beyond 28 weeks.
• Demonstrate professionalism under pressure and maintain a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Handling lines, gangways, anchors, and marine equipment under the guidance of Captains and Mates.
• Daily exterior cleaning, line handling, and logistic support tasks. 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.
• Maintain exemplary professional grooming and uniform appearance.
• Continual availability to assist guests and crew.
• Rotate through day-night watch and task schedules averaging 12-hours daily.

Job description

American Cruise Lines is hiring a Deckhand for the 2026 season to work aboard our ships, ensuring safe and seamless voyages for guests. This temporary 28-week position includes lodging, meals, and uniforms, with travel and training provided by the company.

Responsibilities include line handling, deck maintenance, passenger assistance, and standby watches under captain supervision. Applicants must be 18+, eligible to work in the U.S., and prepared for rigorous shipboard duties.