Deckhand

About This Role

Deckhands maintain the cleanliness of a vessel through sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing the deck, and perform seasonal maintenance like sanding and painting to ensure seaworthiness. You will also participate in passenger safety drills and assist in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness of the vessel on the outside by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing the deck to keep it clean and orderly
• Operate the fire hose, winch, and davit, and practice safety procedures in each situation
• Communicate and provide the highest degree of customer service to customers
• Participate in passenger safety drills and actual emergency situations
• Perform general seasonal maintenance of the vessel such as sanding and painting to keep it seaworthy
• Throw and pull lines, use capstan and kevels to tie up the vessel

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Six (6) months of experience in the same or similar position preferred
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for duration of shift
• Must be able to reach, grasp, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel
• Must be able to operate a fire hose, winch, and davit
• Must be able to throw and pull lines and use capstan and kevels to tie off the vessel
• Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications

About the Company

Boyd Gaming Corporation is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States, operating successfully in various gaming jurisdictions. The company aims to maximize value for shareholders, team members, and communities through its business philosophies and sound planning.