Deckhand

Come join our Seldovia Bay Ferry team!

This position is based in Seldovia, Alaska. This position is contracted for the entire season, with season prep and season close out weeks occurring before and after passenger season. Only applicants who can work for the entire length of the contract will be considered.

Hours:  Check ferry schedule at http://seldoviabayferry.com/. 

Salary Range: $150 - $180 per day, depending on experience.

What You'll Do:

Ensure passenger safety, provide customer service, assist in and/or conduct vessel operations and maintenance as directed by Senior Deckhand or Vessel Captain.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Advanced seamanship duties including safety equipment, line handling, knots, splices, and boat handling

Perform individual station bill responsibilities

Participate in safety drills and training

Must be familiar with matters relating to emergency conditions including but not limited to Man Overboard, Fire, Abandon Ship, Foul Weather, Medical Emergency and Collisio

Assist with Kachemak Voyager vessel operations

On-board passenger ticket sales and collection of money

Load and unload passengers under direction of the Senior Deckhand or Vessel Captain

Respond as assigned to all vessel emergencies in accordance with safety procedures

Actively engage passengers to provide outstanding customer service

Maintain vessel cleanliness and appearance to the highest standards

Assist in performing vessel maintenance in accordance with phased maintenance schedules, as directed by the Vessel Captain

Inspect all areas of the vessel for environmental, safety, and health deficiencies on a regular schedule

Report all deficiencies to Senior Deckhand or Vessel Captain and under the direction of the Vessel Captain, Senior Deckhand carry out corrective actions to the maximum extent possible

Must be familiar with the characteristics unique to each dock/port, vessel, and conditions routinely encountered (i.e. fog, fishing areas, driftwood, etc.)

Complete routine reports as directed

Provide assistance with any concession stand sales or set up (i.e. make coffee, refill stock, etc.)

Ability to help load and unload freight from vessel for traveling passengers

Perform duties associated with the protection and evacuation of passengers during an emergency situation

Other duties as assigned by the Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager

What You'll Need: 

Must pass all alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, and post-accident/incident testing.

Be at least 18+ years of age

CPR/First Aid- renewals offered at no cost by Seldovia Village Tribe

General knowledge of COLREGS and Inland Rules of the Road

A strong understanding of Seldovia Village Tribe’s mission, vision, and core values

Completion of Position Qualification- Deckhand

Must be able to conduct crowd control measures and casualty control measures

Demonstrated leadership ability 

Reliability and trustworthiness

Must be able to perform basic arithmetic

Computer literacy

Working knowledge of deck equipment

Must be a team player

Tourism and/or customer service experience a plus

Work Environment:

Seldovia Village Tribe is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco-free work environment. Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors, and subject to varying weather conditions. Must have ability to manipulate large and small objects, ability to see, hear and speak clearly. Physical activities may also include twisting, crouching, or kneeling. There is frequent involvement with individuals who exhibit less than cordial behavior. Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse populations

Physical Requirements:

Lift/Carry: 70 lbs or less individually, teamwork for 70 lbs or heavier

Push/Pull: 70 lbs or less individually, teamwork for 70 lbs or heavier

Employment Requirements:

Background check

FBI fingerprinting

Preemployment drug-testing

Employee Health Requirements

About Us:

Seldovia Bay Ferry is owned and operated by Seldovia Village Tribe (SVT). SVT is a federally recognized Tribe that serves everyone - both Native and non-Native - in the communities of the South Kenai Peninsula, from Seldovia and beyond, including Homer and Anchor Point. Seldovia Bay Ferry provides service between Homer and Seldovia. Our vessel, the Kachemak Voyager is an 83 foot x 29 foot catamaran that has been built to accommodate 150 people comfortably. Passenger seating consists of modular transit-style seating (with indoor and outdoor seating available). 

Contact Us:

If you have any questions, or would like further information, please contact Tara in the Human Resources Department at 907-435-3217 or email [email protected].