Entry-Level Deckhand: Start Your Seafaring Career

Interlake Steamship Company; Middleburg Heights (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlake Steamship Company is seeking an Entry-Level Deckhand (Ordinary Seaman) in Middleburg Heights, OH. This unlicensed, full-time position supports the deck department with mooring, cargo operations, maintenance, and cleaning duties.

Candidates must be able to work in a shipboard environment, often long hours, and all communications will be in English. The role may involve duties across decks, engine, or galley as needed by vessel requirements, with emphasis on safety and reliability in

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Coast Guard Medical Certificate.
• Valid TWIC card.
• Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass a drug test and participate in random testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical labor and general maintenance on board, including painting and cargo operations.
• Keep decks and access tunnels clean and free of cargo residue; maintain sanitary work spaces.
• Assist in mooring operations using cables and winches, prepare vessel for arrival/departure, and manage hatch clamps and cargo holds.
• Work as a day worker in a shipboard environment, potentially irregular hours, in all weather conditions.
• All commands, written and verbal, will be in English.

Education

USCG Medical Certificate

TWIC Card

Eligibility to work in the US

Job description

Interlake Steamship Company is seeking an Entry-Level Deckhand (Ordinary Seaman) in Middleburg Heights, OH. This unlicensed, full-time position supports the deck department with mooring, cargo operations, maintenance, and cleaning duties.

Candidates must be able to work in a shipboard environment, often long hours, and all communications will be in English. The role may involve duties across decks, engine, or galley as needed by vessel requirements, with emphasis on safety and reliability in