What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deckhand position at Bowhead?
Job Title: Deckhand
We are seeking part-time, on-call Deckhands to work on a 41 utility vessel and a 32 high speed vessel during training operations for the US Coast Guard at Mobile Bay.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge in shipboard operations, rigging for helicopter operations, and deck seamanship. They should possess stability under pressure and the ability to withstand physical demands, potentially hazardous situations, and unpredictable weather.
Responsibilities:
- Handle mooring lines and rigging while ensuring safety equipment is utilized and appropriate guidelines are followed for all tasks involving physical risk or hazardous materials.
- Develop an understanding of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment.
- Participate in meetings, training, drills, and safety audits as required by the Customer and Company policy.
- Provide excellent customer service solutions and interact with coworkers and clients in a courteous and professional manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One (1) year boating experience as a deckhand preferred.
- Preferring applicants residing in Baldwin County, near Fairhope, Alabama.
- Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman highly desired.
- Experience with helicopter/vessel close proximity operations desired. Military experience preferred. Coast Guard or Navy experience highly desired.
Physical Demands:
- Lift up to 75 pounds.
- Stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
- Twist, bend, and squat periodically.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
US Citizenship is required. Bowhead reserves the right to change this requirement if necessitated by business needs or contractual obligations.
