REPORTS TO: Bosun, Captain on Duty

START DATE: May 1, 2023

DURATION: Full time (40+hrs/week), Seasonal, Flexible Schedule;

or full time (40+hrs/week), Year Round

LOCATION

Thompson Island - Boston, MA

POSITION SUMMARY

In conjunction with the Captain, the Deckhand is responsible for the safe operation of a 65’ passenger ferry in daily runs to and from Thompson Island and around Boston Harbor. This position reports directly to the Captain on Duty while the vessel is in use.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Throw mooring lines and assist with safe berthing and securing of vessel
• Assist in the loading and unloading of cargo
• Assist with the maintenance and cleaning of the vessel
• Maintain a safe environment for passengers and communicate safety concerns to passengers
• Count passengers as they board and insure vessel remains under passenger capacity
• Keep Captain informed of safety concerns while vessel is running
• While vessel is not in operation, assist with various maintenance tasks and projects on and off the vessel.
• During extended maintenance/haul-out periods, Deckhand may assist Bosun/Captain with shipyard work in Gloucester.

QUALIFICATIONS

• The ability to arrive at work on time is a requirement
• High School Diploma desired but not required
• Prior marine industry experience desired but not required
• Professional presentation and demeanor, to include clean appearance and professional communication with supervisor, peers, and clients
• Comfortable interacting with students and clients from a diverse background
• Desire to contribute, by way of fulfilling job duties, to the organizational mission of providing character development for Boston’s young people.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Must be comfortable working outside, on the water, in all weather conditions
• Overtime hours periodically required
• Occasional weekend and regular evening work required
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment and random drug screening

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 70 lbs unassisted.
• Must be able to ride a ferry daily and traverse an island of varying terrains.
• Must be capable of standing for 5+ hours per day.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Competitive daily pay commensurate with experience. Earned Sick Time. 401K retirement plan with a competitive match once prerequisites are met. Worker’s Compensation Insurance. Accident Insurance. Access to professional discount programs for gear and clothing. Temporary housing is provided on Thompson Island for positions that necessitate. Possibility for continued employment, depending on experience, interest, and qualification.

Thompson Island Outward Bound Education Center is an equal-opportunity employer and actively seeks staff as diverse as the communities it serves. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.