Deckhand/Ordinary Seaman (OS) - LMC

Entry-Level Deckhand – Ordinary Seaman

DECKHAND/ORDINARY SEAMAN

• Assists the Mate on duty in loading and unloading the ship. 
• Perform deck department functions including line handling, cleaning and maintenance of hull and superstructure including hatching and holds.
• Learn fire and lifeboat stations along with signals and procedures associated with an emergency to properly carry out a fire and lifeboat drill to US Coast Guard standards.
• Be prepared to live and work aboard the vessel the duration of the sailing season, from mid-May to mid-Oct.  Room and board provided.
• Employee will stand a 4-hour watch, twice a day, 7 days per week.
• Eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401K after completing 90-day probationary period.

Qualifications/Certifications required:

• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
• Valid Merchant Mariners Credential issued by the U.S. Coast Guard
• Current USCG Medical Certificate
• Legally eligible to be employed in the United States (Proof of identity and eligibility will be required upon employment.