Deckhand – City Ferry Pensacola Position Available In Escambia, Florida

Deckhand – City Ferry Pensacola

Job Category:

Marine Operations

Requisition Number:

DECKH012610

Posting Details

Posted:

April 23, 2025
Part-Time
On-site
Locations
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Pensacola, FL, USA Job Details
Description Hornblower is hiring a Part Time Deckhand for our City Ferry operation in Pensacola Florida.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody Hornblower’s RESPECT Service System. About the

Opportunity:

The PT Deckhand monitors deck areas onboard the vessel(s) as well as passengers, to ensure safety during ferry operations, dockside and underway. The PT Deckhand handles lines and rigging to launch or dock the boat and performs custodial and/or general maintenance tasks as directed. The PT Deckhand provides a high level of customer service to all guests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitor passenger & crewmember safety issues on the vessel. Ensure that safety equipment is utilized and appropriate guidelines are followed for all tasks involving physical risk or hazardous materials.
Participate in meetings, training, drills, and safety audits as required by USCG & company policy.
Develop an understanding of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of the location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment (i.e., fire extinguishers, fire stations, life preservers, work vest, life floats, and rescue boat).
Handle and dispose of all chemicals and other types of hazardous or caustic materials in compliance with Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), as required.
Report safety-related concerns.
Handle mooring lines to dock or undock the vessel.
Responsible for getting underway, mooring, anchoring, handling lines, and bridge operations in all weather conditions.
Sell tickets and concessions, responsible for ticketing equipment, inventory, and cash.
Provide refreshments including alcoholic beverages at times, to guests.
Perform lookout duties while underway, including watching for other vessels and monitoring the waterway for potentially unsafe conditions.
Assist in boarding and disembarking of passengers and vehicles.
Assist with filling potable water, bunkering fuel, connecting, and disconnecting shore power as directed.
Perform cleaning and custodial tasks of the vessels and property, including maintenance and construction tasks as assigned and minor engineering repairs and rounds as directed.
Assist with training of crew as directed.
Comply with rules and regulations contained in the crew handbook and as directed by supervisor.
Understand and comply with the Safety Management System (SMS).
Understand and comply with Ship Instructions (SIs).
Maintain Crew Qualification binder.
Collaborate with other HMS personnel to remain attentive to regulatory requirements and alert to regulatory changes.
Assist the Master in ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
Assist the Master in ensuring the vessel is in an inspection-ready condition at all times.
Present professional level of customer service and appearance to all clients and at all times, both internal and external.
Responsible for handling money and balancing deposits/money bags.
Report safety, operational, and environmental issues to the vessel master.
Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

HS Diploma or equivalent
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card), and/or ability to obtain and maintain
Valid First Aid/CPR Certification, and/or ability to obtain and maintain
Obtain and maintain certification for alcohol service after training completion
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to effectively interact with the passengers, guests, and fellow employees
Ability to work in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment
Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office familiarity
Minimum six (6) months customer service experience preferred
Previous marine experience or watch standing experience preferred
One (1) year experience as Deckhand onboard vessels; passenger vessel experience preferred
Valid Driver’s License
Copy of DD214, if Veteran status
Must be at least 18 years of age

Salary:

$14 – $16/hour, compensation based on licensing/credentials. Part time seasonal role.

About Us:

Hornblower’s passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you. The RESPECT Service System embodies Hornblower’s mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, Hornblower participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. We encourage qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply. Qualifications
Education
Required High School or better. Experience
Preferred
1 year:
Minimum six (6) months customer service experience preferred
1 year:
One (1) year experience as Deckhand onboard vessels; passenger vessel experience preferred Equal Opportunity Employer
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