Deckhand / Line Handler

Location

Contract Type

The Deckhand is responsible for assisting sea vessel operations transporting crew members, passengers and freight.

Knowledge & Skills

Good communication and customer service skills
Working knowledge of methods and procedures used in the maintenance and repair of marine equipment, machinery, facilities and boats

Experience & Education

Assists in standing lookout watch in traffic areas under all weather and sea conditions
Assists in the daily inspection of the operating condition of all emergency equipment
Attends to passenger needs and performs cleanup and maintenance duties
Provides good customer service to the travelling public
Participates in periodic all hands drills and emergency exercises
Operates safety gates and loading ramps, and maintains security about the decks
Reads all gauges and fluid levels in engine room and reports any problems to the captain
Reports all observations, actions and/or matters affecting the stability, operational capacity, safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, passengers, vehicles and other public properties to the captain or first deckhand
Handles lines, tie up barges in fleets or to docks
Make and break tow using all necessary equipment
Ensures applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes are observed
Conducts onboard maintenance, repairs, and regular onboard inspections to include machinery and equipment
Maintains and ensures the quality control of the motor vessel’s Preventive Maintenance System
Conducts on-site surveys of vessel equipment to determine maintenance and repair needs
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

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