Marine Deckhand - Seasonal

This is a SEASONAL POSITION that will begin in April 2026 through September 2026. However, if interested and if necessary, may result in a backfill or "fill-in" for the current operating season.

Southeast Alaska is a wild, rich, and dynamic region of Alaska. Standing on a beach in Frederick Sound, it is possible to see rainforest behind you, high mountain peaks with glaciers in front of you, and Humpback Whales feeding in the rich water surrounding you. No wonder this area is a destination for many tourists each summer. However, many visitors never get a chance to have an intimate experience here as most of their time is spent aboard large cruise ships or in port.

The Boat Company’s (TBC) aim is to provide a more intimate experience in this incredible place. The hope is that this intimate experience combined with a knowledgeable crew will foster a sense of stewardship in our passengers. This is extremely important because Southeast Alaska is home to the 17 million-acre Tongass National Forest. This is the largest National Forest in the United States and, as such, each of us has a say in managing this forest.

TBC believes that to know Southeast Alaska is to love Southeast Alaska and by educating our passengers about this area and the issues that face it, they will be more likely to take an active role in deciding what the future holds for this national treasure.

Deckhands are licensed skiff captains and are responsible for taking guests out in small boats for shore excursions, whale watching, and fishing expeditions. Deckhands also serve as ordinary seamen (or, if certified, as able seamen) and are required to carry out all normal deck department duties aboard ship such as line handling, anchoring, and washing-down. The First Mate directs and supervises Deckhands.

In the case when a vessel does not sail with a Second Mate position, one of the deckhands will be designated Safety Officer and perform the duties of Safety Officer.

Shore excursion and fishing guide (60%):

• Guide guests on a wide variety of excursions, including sport fishing, hiking, and beach combing.
• After sport fishing activities, assist in cleaning, filleting, packing, and storing catch.
• Record accurate and detailed data during and after each guided sport‑fishing excursion in Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) sport fish logbooks and TBC catch record books.
• Assist Naturalist with interpretive program (i.e., presentations and informal discussions) according to knowledge and ability.

Deck department duties (30%):

• Assist with normal maintenance and improvement projects such as painting/varnishing, splicing lines, and wash‑down chores under the supervision of the First Mate.
• Haul and set anchor and fake chain.
• Participate in skiff and kayak launching and retrieval. When vessel comes alongside the dock or when skiffs approach or depart the boarding areas, pass lines and assist guests according to need or at direction of First Mate.
• Assist with luggage handling, trash removal, loading provisions and other turn‑around chores in port.
• Participate in safety drills.

Helmsman or lookout duties (10%):

• Steer vessel or stand as lookout during periods of reduced visibility or at any other time deemed necessary and prudent by the Captain in accordance with normal bridge management procedures.
• Will act as a member of a watch team.

• Education or technical training of a specialized nature is required.
• Minimum U.S. Coast Guard issue OUPV (Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels) license upon inland waters is required.
• Minimum of 1–3 years in the maritime industry with progressively responsible experience is required.
• Communication skills must include the ability to understand and carry out directions, and relay information and instructions to other members of the crew or passengers.
• Must be able to read and write text designed to communicate technical information.
• Must be able to lift/carry upwards of 75 pounds with assistance or 50 pounds without assistance.
• Must have vision that allows for safe operation of the vessel in situations that are likely to occur when navigating night and day, rear round.
• Must have color…