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Positions at Sea - UnCruise Adventures —Sitka, AK
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- 12 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Pass drug screening
- Ability to climb stairs
- Travel reimbursement
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Deckhand, USCG Licensed

Positions at Sea - UnCruise Adventures
Sitka, AK

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Job Details

$170 a day

Benefits

Travel reimbursement

Qualifications

USCG Master License
TWIC Card
Outdoor work experience
USCG License
Employee relationship building
Live-in employment experience
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

ABOUT UNCRUISE

At UnCruise Adventures, we work together to provide an enriching adventure experience while inspiring an appreciation of local cultures and the natural world. This means we kayak among icebergs, travel to hidden waterfalls, snorkel with sea lions, dive with manta rays, and share air with whales. Our destinations include Alaska, the Hawaiian Islands, Mexico's Sea of Cortes, and Costa Rica.

Join one of our virtual information sessions to learn more about working at UnCruise - register here.

8/7/26 Hiring Update: All Deckhand positions for the Summer 2026 Alaska Season have been filled. We will continue to accept applications and contact candidates if staffing needs change.

CREW PERKS

Room and board when scheduled
Rotation schedule (6-8 weeks sailing with 2-3 weeks off)
Travel stipend
Pro deals
Credential reimbursement (qualifications required)
Heath care benefits (once qualifications are met)

JOB SUMMARY

The Licensed Deckhand is responsible for maintenance and cleaning of the interior/exterior of the vessel, and assisting with small boat operations/driving small boats with guests. In addition, the Deckhand will assist with bridge watch/navigation, perform hourly security patrols including nightly engine room inspections, and assist with general boat operations. In addition to reporting to the 1st Mate, the Bosun also falls under the authority of any Officer of the Watch.

QUALIFICATIONS

Maritime/boating experience.
Good customer service skills: professional demeanor, ability to use necessary levels of tact and courtesy.
Detail oriented and thorough; able to follow through on assigned tasks.
Able to work independently using initiative and creativity to complete assigned tasks.
Strong time management skills: able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Work well under pressure.
Ability to get along well with co-workers and support a team environment.

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

USCG 25T Masters License (1)
Valid TWIC
CPR / First Aid / AED
Medical Certificate
Government ID (REAL ID compliant) or Passport

Inland required for Alaska. Near Coastal required for Safari Explorer Hawaii and Safari Voyager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Ship Maintenance:

Sweep decks, wash windows, and empty trash receptacles.
Clean general areas such as bulkheads, lockers, etc.
Prime and paint the vessel as assigned.
Assist the 1st Mate and Chief Engineer as directed.
May be assigned various special projects as per the Mate's work list.

Boat Operations:

Handle lines during docking and undocking procedures.
Assigned anchoring duties as needed.
Assist the bridge watch officer with lookout and wheel watch.
Assist the Bosun with lowering/raising and tying up/ casting off of the inflatable boats and kayaks.
Drive inflatable boats on a daily basis and may be called on to provide interpretation on skiff tours.
Assist with loading guests, staff, and crew in and out of inflatable boats.

Safety & Security:

Participate in on board safety training, meetings and drills, as directed by the Captain, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies.
Participate in shore side training as required by the company.
Conduct hourly security patrols including inspection of all lower deck, mechanical, and crew spaces.
Serve as needed on gangway watch.
Familiar with all duties under the company Safety Management System including Emergency Response Activities.

Additional Duties:

Load/off-load guest luggage.
Haul ship's trash, laundry, and stores as needed.
Pull, clean and replace the galley mats, cleans the galley deck and washes any used galley rags.
Assist the Master in communicating and enforcing all company policies and procedures.

ONBOARD ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / EMPLOYMENT COMPLIANCE

Living Conditions - Crew live in close quarters with 4 to 8 people of all genders per room depending on the vessel. Having your own room is not an option due to limited berthing.
Length of Work Shift - Physically able to work 12 hours per day, 7 days a week for 6 to 8 weeks at a time. Rotations off the vessel are usually 2 to 3 weeks.
Mobility - Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, kneeling, crawling, and pushing/pulling. Must ascend and descend stairs and ladders, sometimes while carrying tools or objects. Able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
Handling & Strength - Able to handle, lift, and lower objects totaling 50 pounds between the ground/deck level to a height of about 4 to 6 feet, and able to repeat these movements. Able to carry these objects up to 100 feet continuously for 20 minutes.
Environmental Conditions - Able to work in all weather conditions, around loud noise, in small spaces, and fit through a 28-inch wide hatch.
DOT Drug Testing - In compliance with USCG regulations, must pass a pre-employment drug test and additional in-season testing per federal guidelines.
Allergens - This position requires working with and/or being around raw and cooked shellfish, cleaning chemicals and other known allergens.
Medical Review - A medical review is required. Must be medically fit to work onboard for safety and compliance.

BASE PAY

$170/ day + $70 tip guarantee

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This job description is intended only to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills or abilities required or persons so classified or assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

It is the policy of UnCruise Adventures not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, religion, marital status, citizenship, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, national origin, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities, or employment as required by law.

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