NI Casual Deckhand (Kauai)

About the position

The position involves performing seaman and deckhand duties along with general maintenance tasks on a vessel. The role is essential for ensuring the operational readiness of the vessel and includes responsibilities related to maintenance, sanitation, and assisting with deck operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance to vessel and vessel equipment.
• Perform sanitary duties such as cleaning tug restrooms.
• Perform seaman/deckhand duties such as handling mooring lines, tow wires, setting blocks, lifting and securing bridles, splicing lines, etc.
• Dock barges.
• Assist Operator or Engineer/Deckhand with preventive maintenance such as greasing deck machinery.
• Test and operate deck machinery.
• Assist Engineer/Deckhand in engine room.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Two (2) years of tugboat experience preferred.
• U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner's Document with Ordinary Seaman Endorsement required.
• Able bodied Seaman Endorsement preferred.
• STCW 95 preferred.
• Valid Hawaii Driver's License required.
• Sufficient verbal, reading, and writing skills as necessitated by the job.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with deck machinery operation.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in marine environments.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Affirmative Action Employer
• Drug-free workplace
• Participation in E-Verify Employment Verification Program