Senior Deckhand

Hornblower Corp; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp is seeking a Senior Deckhand to supervise deck crew, stand bridge watch, and take command in emergencies. You will ensure guest hospitality and vessel safety while supporting the engine room and maintenance teams.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 months as a deckhand, a valid TWIC and driver's license, and the ability to work weekends and holidays in a fast-paced maritime environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma is required.
• Valid TWIC Card or ability to obtain.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Copy of DD214 if Veteran status.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Minimum three (3) months experience as a Deckhand.
• Willing to work weekends and major holidays.
• Submit to USCG testing as mandated.

Responsibilities

• Assign deck crew tasks and provide direction.
• Stand bridge watch and assist in safe navigation and maneuvering of the vessel.
• Take command if captain becomes incapacitated.
• Provide exceptional hospitality to guests and coworkers.
• 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 identify obstructions or navigational aids.
• Provide assistance to Engineer to operate and maintain ship equipment.
• Escalate mechanical or maintenance issues to the Director of Marine.

Skills

Customer service

TWIC Card

First Aid/CPR

Driver's License

Deckhand experience

Team leadership

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 us:

City Experiences' passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. 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.

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

Additional 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.