About us
American Waterways/Portland Spirit is a company in Portland, OR 97214. We are fast-paced, rewarding, supportive and our goal is to provide an excellent cruising experience to our guests.
Our work environment includes:
- Lively atmosphere
- Freshly prepared meal provided during cruises
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
Position: Maintenance/Senior Deckhand
Department: Operations
Location: Portland, OR
Reports to: Operations Manager, Chief Engineer or Port Captain
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assist with daily operational duties on-board the boats, docks and office property. Some of your job duties would include tying up lines to checking on the engine as well as mechanical, plumbing, electrical, painting and carpentry projects. Pre-employment drug screen & enrolled in random D.O.T. drug testing schedule required (including marijuana). Flexible schedule for day, early mornings, evenings, late nights, weekends, & holidays.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Self starter
- Good time management skills
- Good Leadership ability
- Capable of lifting and carrying 40 pounds
- Maritime background helpful but not required
- TWIC certification or obtainment of certification required upon hire
- CPR/First Aid Card
- Mechanical, plumbing, electrical, painting and carpentry skills
DIRECT RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Completion of AWI Senior Deckhand safety training
- Thorough knowledge of the safety equipment location & use on all AWI boats & emergency response of all crew (food & beverage, bar & galley) on the vessel you’re responsible for (training provided)
- Possess the ability to direct emergency response with a calm demeanor
- Demonstrate good leadership & the ability to perform under pressure
- Reports directly to & carries out the directives of the Engineer and Captain
- Ιnstructs & assists the deck crew in the performance of routine duties & assigned tasks
- Demonstrate ability to identify & address safety & maintenance projects as they arise & reports to Engineer
- Complete safety or maintenance projects directed by Captain or Engineer
- Thoroughly clean vessel before & after cruise
- Complete items on the Senior Deckhand task sheet
- Good public relations with guests during onboarding/offboarding vessels
JOB SPECIFICS
- Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing (including marijuana) per USCG regulation
- Fragrance free workplace
WORK SCHEDULE
- Schedule varies with season
- Up to 40 hours per week
- Shifts WILL include evenings, weekends & holidays
BENEFITS
- Profit Sharing
- Learn boating, mechanical and customer service skills to further your career
- Cruise and gift shop discount
- Meal provided during work shift
- Eligible for 401k after 6 mos of employment with generous company match
- 1 hr of sick time per 30 worked (up to 40 hrs annually)
We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to pass a drug screen (including marijuana) per USCG regulations. Our company is regulated by the US Coast Guard. You will also be entered into the random drug testing pool and subject to random drug testing during your employment.
- Are you age 18+
Ability to Commute:
- Portland, OR 97214 (Required)
Work Location: In person