Deck/Steward(ess) in United States

Summary

Position: Deckhand/Steward/ess - American flagged  

Seasonal in New England - end of July to end of September

Mostly Deck work but you will help on interior as well. 

This is a very active program. The family and crew do most everything together. Eating, cooking, hiking, activities, etc. It is a dry boat so best for a crewmember that enjoys a healthy lifestyle and spending LOTS of time onboard as there is not much "off the boat time".  

In cover letter please mention your location and availability.  

New England / Maine for the summer

Yacht: 25m / 76' Motor Private US flag  

Job ID: 1607431 

Location: Newport RI  

Start date: end of July

Itinerary: Newport, RI, New England, Maine  

License Required: None needed but a small deck license, STCW is a plus. 

Requirements: 

ENG1 or current fit for duty marine medical (valid for 6 months+)

US Passport/Green card Ideally - valid minimum 1 year OR B1/B2 visa (valid for min. 1 year)

Light to Non drinkers are preferred as this is a DRY boat.

Happy, fun, active and enjoys a family style program. You are treated like one of the family. 

Deck: at least 1 season experience ideally

Deck maintenance experience.

Lines/Fenders

Watch keeping.

Interior: Just some experience cleaning, laundry.

some cooking skills are nice but not a requirement

Provisioning

Everyone pitches in including the owners and captain. 

Job Specifics: You will share a bunk and head with the Captain. There is a small crew galley as well.

There are curtains on the bunks for some privacy.  

The family spends quite a bit of time on board. They are very active and many times you go along on hikes, etc. Everyone eats family style together. They all eat out a lot as well.

Salary range: Within yachting salary guidelines depending on experience. 

Package: Medical coverage, flights to and from the vessel, etc. to be finalized during interview process.

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)

• STCW 95 (STCW 2010)