Requirements

• Developed skills in deck operations, including splicing, net repair, and proficiently setting and hauling gear.
• Strong English comprehension to read and interpret policies and procedures.
• Adaptable in managing and troubleshooting competing priorities to respond effectively to last-minute, time-sensitive projects to consistently meet operational deadlines.
• Regularly scheduled for 12-16 hour shifts.
• May be required to work additional hours due to occasional urgent vessel needs.
• Shipyard duties to be fulfilled as required or assigned.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate cranes, winches or other lifting equipment according to manufacturer specifications to bring aboard and move equipment on deck as necessary.
• Attaches slings, hooks, and other lifting devices to cables, trawl equipment and nets as required to safely haul, empty, repair and set fishing gear at sea in all weather conditions.
• Signals workers to move, hoist, or position nets and equipment safely as required to haul and set fishing gear and equipment.
• Comprehends compliance with prohibited species handling regulations, including deck sorting procedures according to EFP.
• Understands Safe Working Load for each crane onboard vessel.
• Complies with all company and vessel safety regulations and procedures.
• Assists Deck-boss with training crew in safe and efficient deck operation procedures.
• Safely operates skiff to transport crew, supplies or equipment at sea or in port.
• Attends to repairs and adjustments to fishing gear and other trawler deck equipment as needed.
• Secures and removes vessels docking lines to and from docks and other vessels.
• Prepares vessel for shipyard arrival and departure, include spill equipment, oil booms and gangway secure.
• Participates as member of fire and safety team in emergency situation.
• Works in processing factory when not engaged in deck operations (where applicable).

Life On Board

• Limited privacy
• 6 bunks per room
• All meals and laundry on board are provided at no cost
• Expect Limited communication. Cell phones don’t work.
• Satellite Wi-Fi provided, newly integrated Starlink is a high-speed, low-latency broadband internet able to adapt to remote and rural locations.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance once eligibility met
• Employee assistance program

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.