DECKHAND Full-time Job

Under the supervision of the Captain, the Deckhand is required to perform duties of a varied nature on a vessel which include:
 

• Assists in docking/undocking operations.
• Handles mooring lines and assists in the mooring of vessels.
• Performs general maintenance and related work as assigned on vessels, ramps and docks.
• Assists passengers getting on and off the vessel, and crowd control.
• Participates in vessel emergency drills and exercises per assigned duties.
• Provides information to the public and responds to public enquiries.
• May be required to load and unload freight.
• May be required to collect tickets from passengers boarding the vessel and counts passengers, when required.

 

 

Key Qualifications:
 

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
 

1. Experience and versatility on Marine Vessel.
2. Must be in possession of and maintain a valid MED (Marine Emergency Duty Certificate) or STCW Basic Safety Certificate.
3. Must be in possession of and maintain a valid Marie Basic First Aid.
4. Must be in possession of and maintain a valid Marine Medical Certificate.

 

 

 

You must also have:

 

• Ability to handle freight and assist passengers boarding and leaving vessel.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Marine Occupational Safety & Health (MOSH) regulations that apply to this work.
• Must be physically capable of performing lifesaving and emergency duties.
• A Certificate of Fitness as prescribed by Transport Canada may be required.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be available to work shift/weekend/overtime.

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