Deckhand - USCG Ordinary Seaman (Ferry)

State of Maine; Rockland (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health insurance coverage

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The State of Maine, Maine State Ferry Service in Rockland, ME, seeks deck crew for vessel operations. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a USCG Merchant Mariner Document with OS endorsement, and a TWIC, with duties including deck watches and maintaining vessel spaces.

Position requires weekend/holiday shifts and weekend work; pre-employment drug screening is required. The role may involve filling in as Deckhand as needed, with strong benefits in a governmental setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with deck crew experience on ocean or coastwise vessels.
• Must hold a USCG Merchant Mariners Document with OS endorsement and a TWIC.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening as outlined in 49 CFR Part 40.

Responsibilities

• Familiar with Ferry Service vessel deck operations and stand helm/lookout watches.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of cabins, pilothouse and vessel spaces.
• Work weekends, holidays, and up to 11.5 hour days.
• Selected candidate may fill-in as Deckhand when required.

Skills

Deck operations

Stand watches

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TWIC Card

USCG OS endorsement (Merchant Mariner Document)

Job description

The State of Maine, Maine State Ferry Service in Rockland, ME, seeks deck crew for vessel operations. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a USCG Merchant Mariner Document with OS endorsement, and a TWIC, with duties including deck watches and maintaining vessel spaces.

Position requires weekend/holiday shifts and weekend work; pre-employment drug screening is required. The role may involve filling in as Deckhand as needed, with strong benefits in a governmental setting.