Deckhand
Employer
107 Melancon Dr,
Golden Meadow, LA 70357
United States
Job description
Patrol nets to inspect settings, remove catch, and reset or relocate nets. Steer vessels and operate navigational instruments. Put fishing equipment into the water and anchor or tow equipment, according to the fishing method used. Maintain engines, fishing gear, and other on-board equipment and perform minor repairs. Sort, pack, and store catch in holds with salt and ice. Remove catches from fishing equipment and measure them for size. Locate fish, using fish-finding equipment. Attach nets, slings, hooks, blades, or lifting devices to cables, booms, hoists, or dredges. Interpret weather and vessel conditions to determine appropriate responses. Wash decks, knives, and other equipment, using brushes, detergents, and water. Connect accessories such as floats, weights, flags, lights, or markers to nets, lines, or traps. Load and unload vessel equipment and supplies, by hand or using hoisting equipment.
Special Requirements
Requires three months of previous deckhand experience. Must lift/carry 50 lbs., when necessary. Saturday and Sunday work required, when necessary. Post-hire random drug testing required of foreign and domestic workers. Employer may offer more than the stated work hours depending on weather, business needs, and other conditions. Extreme heat, cold, rain, or drought may affect exact working hours.