Senior Deckhand

Hornblower Corp; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp is seeking a Senior Deckhand to supervise deckhand tasks and lead crew during vessel operations. The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and adherence to company procedures while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The Senior Deckhand will stand bridge watch, assist in navigation, and be ready to command if the captain is unavailable. Weekend and holiday availability is required to support busy operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum three months experience as a Deckhand.
• TWIC Card or ability to obtain.
• First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Assign deck crew tasks and provide direction
• Stand bridge watch and assist in safe navigation and maneuvering
• Take command if captain becomes incapacitated
• Provide exceptional hospitality to guests and coworkers as prescribed in RSS
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the vessel
• Load or unload materials from vessels
• Handle lines to moor vessels to pier when necessary
• Stand watch to look for obstructions or navigational aids
• Assist Engineer to operate and maintain ship equipment
• Escalate mechanical or maintenance issues to the Director of Marine

Skills

Excellent customer service

Strong communication

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Position Summary:

Do you share Hornblower's passion for providing amazing experiences? If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

The Senior Deckhand serves as a crew member with greater experience, knowledge, and responsibility than required to serve in the established Deckhand position as outlined in United States Coast Guard Navigation and Inspection Circular (NVIC) 1-91. The Senior Deckhand is responsible for supervising the work of other deckhands during normal operations and will act as a team leader in response to emergency situations. The Senior Deckhand sets the example regarding company policies, procedures, and standards.

The right person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody Hornblower’s RESPECT SERVICE SYSTEM.

About you:

The right person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assign deck crew tasks and provide direction
• Stand bridge watch and assist in the safe navigating and maneuvering of the vessel
• Take command if captain becomes incapacitated
• Provide exceptional hospitality to guests and coworkers as prescribed in Our Respect Service System (RSS)
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the vessel
• Load or unload materials from vessels
• Handle lines to moor vessels to pier when necessary
• Stand watch in order to look for obstructions in a ship's path or to locate navigational aids such as buoys and lighthouses
• Provide assistance to Engineer to operate and maintain ship equipment such as engines and generators, and winches
• Escalate any mechanical or maintenance issues to the Director of Marine

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Be prepared to begin work at scheduled time
• Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards
• Additional job duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

• HS Diploma
• 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
• Valid Driver’s License
• Copy of DD214 if Veteran status
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to effectively interact with the passengers, Riders, and fellow employees.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, quickly changing environment.
• Minimum three (3) months experience as a Deckhand.
• Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre- employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident/incident testing.
• Will be required to be available for work weekends and on all major holidays.