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Deckhand/Ordinary Seaman (OS) - LMC
Lake Michigan Carferry
Ludington, MIPosted Yesterday
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Entry-Level Deckhand – Ordinary Seaman
DECKHAND/ORDINARY SEAMAN
- Assists the Mate on duty in loading and unloading the ship.
- Perform deck department functions including line handling, cleaning and maintenance of hull and superstructure including hatching and holds.
- Learn fire and lifeboat stations along with signals and procedures associated with an emergency to properly carry out a fire and lifeboat drill to US Coast Guard standards.
- Be prepared to live and work aboard the vessel the duration of the sailing season, from mid-May to mid-Oct. Room and board provided.
- Employee will stand a 4-hour watch, twice a day, 7 days per week.
- Eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401K after completing 90-day probationary period.
Qualifications/Certifications required:
- Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
- Valid Merchant Mariners Credential issued by the U.S. Coast Guard
- Current USCG Medical Certificate
- Legally eligible to be employed in the United States (Proof of identity and eligibility will be required upon employment.
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