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American Cruise Lines is Hiring a Deckhand Near Juneau, AK
American Cruise Lines is the largest domestic cruise line with a growing fleet of riverboats and cruise ships that travel to the most amazing destinations across the United States. Through our modern ships and our dedicated crew, we are able to provide our guests with an exceptional cruise experience. We are currently looking for Deckhands to join us for our 2023 season.
Deckhands are entry-level marine crewmembers trusted with the opportunity to assist in vessel operations standing helm, gangway, and security watches. You are the front line of the American Cruise Lines brand responsible for delivering exceptional guest service.
As a Deckhand you will work onboard for a temporary 28-week period. Successful candidates possess the following traits: hardworking, natural leader, ambitious, goal-oriented, and a team player.
Responsibilities:
- Handling lines, gangways, anchors, and marine equipment under the guidance of Captains and Mates.
- Responsible for daily exterior cleaning, line handling, and logistic support tasks. Standing helm watches assisting the Captain and Mate in steering the vessel.
- Standing gangway and deck watches including security, maintenance, and passenger assistance duties.
- Loading and unloading guest luggage, ship stores, garbage, and daily logistics tasks.
- Cleaning all exterior decks, verandas, windows, furniture, and marine spaces.
- Washing, drying, and folding all ship laundry.
- Maintain continual professional grooming and uniform appearance.
- Continual availability to assist guests and crew.
- Rotate through day-night watch and task schedules averaging 12-hrs daily.
- Pay – Wages range from $1,000 to $1,400 per week with additional bonuses. With all major living expenses covered during your time onboard, you have an extraordinary chance to save your earnings.
- Hospitality Experience – This is a strong foundation for a career in the hospitality industry and a fantastic way to build your resume.
- Covered Expenses – American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid hospitality training from industry experts.
- Travel the Country – We have over 35 itineraries, spanning over 28 states in America.
- Crew Connections – Create lifelong memories and relationships with fellow crew members and guests from all over the country.
For shipboard employment, you must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and an American citizen or Green Card holder. You must be willing and able to work a minimum of 12 hours per day, for 7 days a week, for up to 28 weeks. Employees must able to meet moderate physical demands including lifting, bending, climbing, and extended periods of standing or walking.
Under Federal Law and the Department of Transportation, we are required to pre-employment drug test all shipboard employees which includes testing for Marijuana and other controlled substances. To provide safe and conscientious service to our guests, the consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited. All shipboard employees also have emergency and safety functions essential to the safe operation of the ship that are included in your training.
American Cruise Lines has grooming standards that include limitations on visible tattoos and piercings. This a temporary employment position not to extend beyond 28 weeks of shipboard work. We encourage you to utilize the skills you develop to apply for management positions within American Cruise Lines, but such positions cannot be expected and are not guaranteed.
American Cruise Lines is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetic information.
Successful individuals work well under pressure, keep composure and a positive attitude. The talent and dedication of the American Cruise Lines employees have made us America's Leading Small Ship Cruise Line.
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Job Summary
Full Time
$28k-35k (estimate)
03/15/2023
04/22/2024
americancruiselines.com
GUILFORD, CT
200 - 500
1991
VICKI S SMITH MSW
$50M - $200M
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About American Cruise Lines
Be part of a growing company that is making waves in the exciting cruise industry. American Cruise Lines is the largest cruise company in the U.S., operating the newest fleet of riverboats and small cruise ships in the country. Our mission is to provide our guests with an exceptional cruise experience. Our people are key to achieving this goal. The talent and dedication of the American Cruise Lines employees have made us America's Leading Small Ship Cruise Line. With each of our ships holding from 50 to 185 passengers, our guests receive a more intimate travel setting which allows us to offer ...a more personal service. This customized guest experience is the means by which we are able to achieve our motto of Small Ship Cruising Done Perfectly. Our shipboard staff includes some of the best professionals in the hospitality field and they pride themselves on providing outstanding customer service. Through the support they receive from our corporate office, our shipboard crew is able to ensure our passengers have an enjoyable time while on board. American Cruise Lines is growing and we are always willing to hire hardworking, passionate people to join both our shipboard and our corporate staff. Whether you are stationed on land or on river, our company will provide you with a rewarding work experience.
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