The Hudson River Maritime Museum is seeking a Deckhand / Tour Guide for Solaris to assist with tours aboard our 100% solar powered 44′ tour boat Solaris. Some boat experience is preferred. Must be energetic and comfortable dealing with the public and narrating tours. Part time and weekend hours.
About the Position:
Deckhand will work with the Captain in all aspects of handling this unique 28-passenger vessel. Work will require vessel maintenance, interaction with customers, line handling and narrating tours. Preference will be given to candidates with experience as an educator and with local knowledge. Great entry level position for someone interested in a future working on the water.
Position is part-time with flexible hours and weekend work is required. Employment begins in early May and extends into late October. Pay starts at $20/hr depending on experience.
Job Requirements:
- Basic boating skills including docking and line handling
- Comfort talking to groups and ability and desire to learn local history and ecology
- Willingness to learn and follow all safety procedures and emergency drills
- Ensure safety of passengers at all times
- Be punctual, hard-working, flexible, driven, energetic, and a good communicator
- MUST be comfortable with walking on and jumping from boat decks to docks
- MUST be able to lift weights up to 50lbs
- MUST comply with US Coast Guard-required pre-employment and random drug screening
Tasks Include:
- Assist docking a 44′ vessel with up to 28 passengers
- Assist passengers boarding, disembarking safely
- Help with taking payments and basic customer service
- Participate in preventative maintenance as needed
- Be a team player and able to take direction from others