Deckhand - Fishing Vessel

Glacierfish; Washington; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) and matching

All meals and laundry provided

Job summary

North Star Fishing Company is seeking resilient Deckhands for full-time positions on vessels in Alaska's Bering Sea. Responsibilities include performing deck operations, operating cranes, and adhering to safety regulations.

Position demands prior experience on commercial fishing vessels and requires adaptability to work long hours under tough conditions. Benefits include 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, plus meals and laundry onboard.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a deckhand on a commercial fishing vessel is required.
• Ability to work under physically demanding conditions.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations at sea.

Responsibilities

• Perform deck operations including gear handling and maintenance.
• Comply with safety regulations and protocols.
• Assist with fire and safety procedures aboard the vessel.
• Work in processing factory during off-deck operations.

Skills

Deck operations

English comprehension

Team safety protocols

Crane operation

Job description

North Star Fishing Company is dedicated to producing the highest quality frozen‑at‑sea groundfish products in the world. We accomplish our mission with a day‑in‑and‑day‑out commitment to quality, safety, consistent attention to detail and an ongoing concern for the stability and health of the North Pacific fishery resource.

We are one of the largest producers of frozen at sea flatfish, cod, pollock and other groundfish, and distribute seafood throughout the world. We manage three trawl catcher‑processor vessels that operate in the Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and the Gulf of Alaska. Come join us with one of the many exciting job opportunities available!

North Star Fishing Company LLC. is hiring Deckhands that are mentally and physically resilient to perform long labor‑intensive hours under tough conditions on board the F/T North Star and F/T Unimak in Alaska’s Bering Sea.

We are seeking individuals for permanent, full‑time positions who are open to working a rotating schedule year‑round. To qualify for this position, applicants are expected to have prior experience as a deckhand on a commercial fishing vessel. Those who do not have prior experience will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Highly skilled in deck operations, including splicing, net repair, and proficiently setting and hauling gear.
• Strong English comprehension to read and interpret policies and procedures.
• Adaptable in managing and troubleshooting competing priorities to respond effectively to last‑minute, time‑sensitive projects to consistently meet operational deadlines.
• Regularly scheduled for 16‑hour shifts.
• May be required to work additional hours due to occasional urgent vessel needs.
• Shipyard duties to be fulfilled as required or assigned.
• Safely operate cranes, winches or other lifting equipment according to manufacturer specifications to bring aboard and move equipment on deck as necessary.
• Attach slings, hooks, and other lifting devices to cables, trawl equipment and nets as required to safely haul, empty, repair and set fishing gear at sea in all weather conditions.
• Signals workers to move, hoist, or position nets and equipment safely as required to haul and set fishing gear and equipment.
• Comprehend compliance with prohibited species handling regulations, including deck sorting procedures according to EFP.
• Understand Safe Working Load for each crane onboard vessel.
• Comply with all company and vessel safety regulations and procedures.
• Assist Deck‑boss with training crew in safe and efficient deck operation procedures.
• Safely operate skiff to transport crew, supplies or equipment at sea or in port.
• Attend to repairs and adjustments to fishing gear and other trawler deck equipment as needed.
• Secure and remove vessels docking lines to and from docks and other vessels.
• Prepare vessel for shipyard arrival and departure, including spill equipment, oil booms and gangway secure.
• Participate as member of fire and safety team in emergency situation.
• Work in processing factory when not engaged in deck operations (where applicable).

Living Conditions & Benefits

• Limited privacy.
• 2–6 bunks per room.
• All meals and laundry on board are provided at no cost.
• Limited communication. Cell phones don’t work.
• Satellite Wi‑Fi provided; newly integrated Starlink is a high‑speed, low‑latency broadband internet that adapts to remote and rural locations.
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching.
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance once eligibility met.
• Employee assistance program.

North Star Fishing Company are Equal Opportunity Employers - Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.