Marine Operations - Deckhand

Hornblower Corp; California (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp. seeks a Deckhand to monitor deck areas, assist with passenger safety, and provide exceptional guest service aboard vessels. Responsibilities include lines handling, mooring, ticketing, catering refreshments, and maintenance tasks as directed.

The role requires compliance with safety procedures, ship instructions, and regulatory guidelines while delivering professional service to all guests on board.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• TWIC credential or ability to obtain.
• First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Alcohol service certification after training.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• One year experience as deckhand; maritime exposure preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Monitor passenger & crewmember safety on the vessel; ensure equipment is used properly.
• Participate in trainings, drills, and safety audits.
• Understand shipboard safety procedures and locate safety equipment.
• Handle and dispose of chemicals per SDS.
• Report safety concerns to supervisor.
• Mooring, underway operations, and vessel handling in all weather.
• Sell tickets and concessions; manage cash and inventory.
• Provide refreshments to guests; assist with boarding/disembarking.
• Perform lookout duties and monitor waterways for hazards.
• Assist with fueling, water supply, and shore power connections.
• Carry out cleaning, custodial tasks, maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Assist with crew training and compliance with SMS and SI.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

TWIC Card

First Aid/CPR Certification

Alcohol service certification

Job description

Position Summary:

The Deckhand monitors deck areas onboard the vessel(s) as well as passengers, to ensure safety during ferry operations, dockside and underway. The Deckhand handles lines and rigging to launch or dock the boat and performs custodial and/or general maintenance tasks as directed. The Deckhand provides a high level of customer service to all guests.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor passenger & crewmember safety issues on the vessel. Ensure that safety equipment is utilized and appropriate guidelines are followed for all tasks involving physical risk or hazardous materials.
• Participate in meetings, training, drills, and safety audits as required by USCG & company policy.
• Develop an understanding of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of the location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment (i.e., fire extinguishers, fire stations, life preservers, work vest, life floats, and rescue boat).
• Handle and dispose of all chemicals and other types of hazardous or caustic materials in compliance with Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), as required.
• Report safety-related concerns.
• Handle mooring lines to dock or undock the vessel.
• Responsible for getting underway, mooring, anchoring, handling lines, and bridge operations in all weather conditions.
• Sell tickets and concessions, responsible for ticketing equipment, inventory, and cash.
• Provide refreshments including alcoholic beverages at times, to guests.
• Perform lookout duties while underway, including watching for other vessels and monitoring the waterway for potentially unsafe conditions.
• Assist in boarding and disembarking of passengers and vehicles.
• Assist with filling potable water, bunkering fuel, connecting, and disconnecting shore power as directed.
• Perform cleaning and custodial tasks of the vessels and property, including maintenance and construction tasks as assigned and minor engineering repairs and rounds as directed.
• Assist with training of crew as directed.
• Comply with rules and regulations contained in the crew handbook and as directed by supervisor.
• Understand and comply with the Safety Management System (SMS).
• Understand and comply with Ship Instructions (SIs).
• Maintain Crew Qualification binder.
• Collaborate with other HMS personnel to remain attentive to regulatory requirements and alert to regulatory changes.
• Assist the Master in ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Assist the Master in ensuring the vessel is in an inspection-ready condition at all times.
• Present professional level of customer service and appearance to all clients and at all times, both internal and external.
• Responsible for handling money and balancing deposits/money bags.
• Report safety, operational, and environmental issues to the vessel master.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card), and/or ability to obtain and maintain
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification, and/or ability to obtain and maintain
• Obtain and maintain certification for alcohol service after training completion
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to effectively interact with the passengers, guests, and fellow employees
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office familiarity
• Minimum six (6) months customer service experience preferred
• Previous marine experience or watch standing experience preferred
• One (1) year experience as Deckhand onboard vessels; passenger vessel experience preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• Copy of DD214, if Veteran status
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Compensation based on licensing/credentials.