Title: Deckhand
Deckhand Job Description
Job Summary
- The Deckhand assists the Mate in the safe
operation and management of a watch.
- The Deckhand assists in the educational
program aboard and dockside as specified by
the Mate.
- The Deckhand is involved in all aspects of
traditional sailing vessel maintenance,
repair, and operation as directed by the
Mate.
- The Deckhand provides tours of the vessel to
visitors.
- The Deckhand works directly with participants
of the watch in their instruction.
- The Deckhand reports directly to the Mate of
the watch.
Education
- Minimum of high school diploma.
Skills
Interpersonal skills and educational
experience important. Knowledge of traditional
sailing vessel maintenance and operation
preferred.
Experience
Minimum one year experience with organizations
providing educational and public programming.
License, Endorsements and Certificates
CPR certification
During the sailing
season from April through October substantial amounts
of time will be spent on the ship underway for days
at a time in coastal New England waters. Room and
board are provided on the ship when underway. The
successful candidate will report to the Schooner
Ernestina office at 89 North Water Street in New
Bedford when not on the Schooner Ernestina underway.
Interested persons should
respond in writing accompanied by a completed
application, a resume and three references to:
Attn: Personnel
Department
Schooner Ernestina Commission
P.O. Box 2010
New Bedford, MA 02741-2010
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Women/VEVs/Individuals with Disabilities are
Urged to Apply
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