Deckhand

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Northline Seafoods

Deckhand

Bellingham, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    SUMMARY

    Northline Seafoods is a growing seafood processing company looking for an experienced and motivated
    Deckhand to assist our extensive deck crew with pre-season preparations, in season operations and post-season
    wrap up. The position will have a heavy emphasis on purchasing and pumping salmon in support of overall
    production goals. The role may be expanded to include an off-season function in the final processing of Bristol
    Bay salmon in Bellingham, WA. As we grow, we're looking for an all-hands-on-deck perspective.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES

    • Assist with the loading, unloading and proper stowage/lashing of all cargo on the barge.

    • Safely and efficiently operate cranes as needed to purchase fish, run fish pumps, and move cargo.

    • Tying and untying fishing and tender vessels as needed to meet production goals.

    • Proper and safe line handling with the ability to splice lines, make slings or quickly learn these functions.

    • Provide maintenance, repair, and basic troubleshooting of fish pumping activities.

    • Keep deck gear and storage areas clean, organized and in a safe and seaworthy condition.

    • Ensure the deck crew operates in an efficient and safe manner with an emphasis on a zero-accident
      mentality.

    • Maintain proper records, particularly regarding fish purchasing and services.

    • Ensure that all purchases are recorded correctly and that office personnel receive paperwork in a timely
      manner.

    • Complete all safety training and documentation as required by local, state and federal regulations with
      emphasis on Coast Guard requirements.

    • Complete all other duties as assigned.

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    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • A minimum of 1 year experience as a deckhand with emphasis on boat tie ups, fish purchasing, crane
      operation.

    • Working knowledge or the ability to quickly learn fish pumps is essential for this role.

    • AB Seaman Endorsement highly preferred.

    • Knowledge of principles and methods for safely moving numerous types of cargo at sea.

    • Knowledge of Bristol Bay operations and servicing a large fleet of tenders and fishing boats highly
      preferred.

    • Crane and forklift experience is a must for this role.

    • Knowledge on appropriate use of emergency equipment located on the barge.

    • Ability to solve problems and make clear rational decisions in a fast-paced work environment.

    • Ability to work as a team with up to 12 deck hands and assistants.

    • Ability to complete duties with minimal supervision.

    • Ability to routinely work 12+ hour shifts while occasionally working 16+ during peak season.

    • Positive, all-hands-on-deck attitude.

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    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
    perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
    disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    This job operates primarily on a barge at sea in Bristol Bay and at the dock in Bellingham, WA. This role routinely uses
    equipment common in transferring and moving cargo including cranes, lines, slings, spreader bars, etc. Additionally, this
    position will require knowledge of fish pump setup and maintenance. Employee must be able stand, walk and generally
    navigate a wet and cold barge environment for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50 pounds independently and up to
    100 pounds with assistance.

    DISCLAIMER

    The above is not intended to list all possible essential functions or requirements as they are subject to change. The
    employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or
    implied contract of employment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform
    each of the above essential duties and meet the physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
    enable individuals with disabilities to meet these requirements.

    Northline Seafoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All
    applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
    identity and expression, national origin, veteran or disability status.