Experienced Deckhand - Unlicensed and Licensed 2026

Job description

Excellence. Innovation. Integrity. Passion. General Description: USCG AB License or equivalent deckhand experience on board trawler fishing vessels required. Deckhands perform deck operations which include: set and haul back fishing nets, release fish into the hold; clean, maintain and organize fishing gear; maintain and repair nets and equipment; operate deck gear, hoists and cranes; maintain and operate skiff and life rafts; follow directions in the case of an emergency and work under the direction of the captain and mate. Deckhands participate in vessel offload and backload which may last longer the regular 16.5 hours per day work schedule. Deckhands may work in many areas of the vessel including the factory, freezer hold, or on adjoining docks or vessels during offload or backload. Deckhands also perform the work of a fish processor (see fish processor job description). Essential Duties: Deckhands must be able to: - Safely and competently work in extreme weather and sea conditions as needed. - Prepare trawl nets and gear for use. - Guide nets, cod-ends and lines onto a net drum during haul backs. - Release fish into holding tanks. - Clean and repair nets and fishing gear. - Ope...