DECKHAND Temporary Job

Major Responsibilities:
 

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

• 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.
• 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 vessels.

2. Must be in possession of a valid First Aid/CPR Certificate and be willing to obtain and maintain an Advanced Marine Aide Certificate.

3. Must be in possession of a valid MED Certificate (Marine Emergency Duty 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.

 

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted

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