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BOSTON HARBOR CRUISES – Boston, MA

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for FT & PT DECKHANDS! (Senior Deckhands w/ maritime experience also needed,)

Do you love boats and working on the water?

Are you a "people person" that likes interacting with the public?

Do you want to learn maritime skills and be part of a successful team?

Work as a crew member on board one of Boston Harbor Cruises' many excursion or transportation vessels. Duties include:

  • Maintaining a safe and clean environment on board the vessel at all times, following directions from the Captain and Senior Deck Hand;
  • Greeting and interacting with passengers in a friendly, engaging, and courteous manner;
  • Following standard docking and embarkation procedures;
  • Taking part in regular safety drills and maritime training;
  • Functioning as part of a well-coordinated team.

Our Deck Hands are hard-working, team-oriented, and dedicated to the safety and enjoyment of our passengers. While previous experience working on boats is a big plus, it is not required. However, enthusiasm and eagerness to learn all facets of working on the water are musts, as well as the capacity to withstand all weather and sea conditions. [Please note: this is a safety-sensitive position, and all candidates are subject to pre-employment drug-screening and routine background check, and to random drug and alcohol screening.]

Deck Hands' starting wage is $11.00 per hour, Senior Deck Hands with proven experience earn $15.00 per hour.

Flexible scheduling with day and night shifts available, but all employees are required to work at least one weekend day/night (Saturday or Sunday) as part of their schedule. The ability to work both weekend days is a big plus! ideal candidates should be available to work at least through the end of October.

If you are interested in the Deckhand or Senior Deckhand position, please reply to this ad at the email address provided with your contact information, and a cover letter and resume if possible (preferably in Word or PDF format). Please indicate that you are applying for the DECKHAND or SENIOR DECKHAND position. You may also apply in person at our main office located at 63 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

Learn more about our company by visiting our website at www.bostonharborcruises.com..

Boston Harbor Cruises (BHC) is the city's most popular operator of water-based tourist excursions and transportation vessels, Whether taking passengers on the New England Aquarium Whale Watch, conducting Historic Cruises of Boston Harbor, making a splash on the "CODZILLA" thrill-boat ride, or carrying passengers on our popular Water Taxis on the harbor, BHC is dedicated to providing the very best service in the tourism and maritime industries. If you seek a fast-paced work environment, enjoy interacting with guests from all over the world, and have a positive team-oriented attitude, then Boston Harbor Cruises may be just the place for you!

 

Boston Harbor Cruises is an Equal Opportunity Employer.