Deckhand - Statue City Cruises

Salary range: $26.04/HR - $34.59/HR - based upon technical skills and experience

Hornblower is seeking Deckhands for our Statue City Cruises operation in Jersey City.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences' RESPECT Service System.

About the Opportunity:

Under the direct supervision of the First Officer, serves on deck aboard a US Coast Guard inspected small passenger vessel, practicing good seamanship while performing duties as a Statue Cruises crew member in fulfilling the job tasks required for a Deck Security & Safety Watch, Customer Service provider and a Steward of our Respect our Planet program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensures the Safety and Security of Passengers.
• Familiar with ground tackle, emergency gear, deck gear, and vessel emergency plans.
• Performs safety functions assigned on the Watch Quarter and Emergency Station Bill.
• Practices Good housekeeping onboard the vessel including heads, windows, and decks. Follow company's COVID-19 cleaning and sanitizing procedures.
• Preparation of vessels(s) for operational readiness.
• Responsible for checking passengers' bags, knapsacks, etc. at the direction of the Company Security Officer, Vessel Security Officer, or other designated Company Representative.
• Tends gangway(s) during passenger loading and unloading.
• Tends mooring lines during vessel maneuvers and while alongside the dock.
• Wears Statue Cruises Uniform at all times while in the presence of guests
• Assists guests and answers questions in regards to The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island or other local attractions.
• Assists in the queuing and pre-boarding of guests in the entrance lines.
• Complies with and enforces established policies and procedures.
• Follows all National Park Service directives, and The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island policies, to insure all passengers, quests, and visitors to the Area have an Interpretive Experience.
• Splices lines and wire rope.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• 2+ years marine experience required.
• Must show CPR/ First Aid Cert and TWIC
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with individuals at all levels in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Ability to use independent judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle emergency response.
• We are a quality hospitality organization that serves the public year round. Working weekends and holidays may be required.

Deckhand Level 2: $26.04/hour

Deckhand Level 1A: $28.64 /hour

Deckhand Level 1: $34.59/hour

Deckhand levels based upon technical skills and experience

About Us:

Hornblower's passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you're an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

The RESPECT Service System embodies Hornblower's mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

The Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicants or employees based upon their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics prohibited by applicable law.

Additionally, we encourage all qualified applicants including those with past arrest or conviction records to apply. The Company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

We encourage qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply.