Catcher Vessel Deckhand

Essential Functions: (Responsibilities, Tasks, Supervisory Needs)

• Assists with pre-season and day-to-day deck operations of the vessel and is responsible for operating the deck in accordance with Trident policy.
• Assists in directing and overseeing launching, retrieval, operation, and maintenance of a skiff.
• Operates cranes, hooks, anchor winches, slings, and other lifting devices in a safe manner.
• Assists in loading and stowing vessel supplies and willing to be trained to stand watch while underway and at anchor.
• Ability to follow specific directions in case of an emergency. Can include but not limited to launching a raft, donning an Immersion suit or life preserver and assist in response to vessel firefighting and damage control.
• Cooking meals for 4–6-person vessel crew
• Maintaining a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.
• Acquires knowledge of Trident’s Environmental and Safety Policies by completing required training programs and performing designated work activities in accordance with training and procedures/work instructions
• Notifies designated personnel of any environmental or safety incidents or risks not previously documented, in accordance with Environmental Awareness and/or safety training.
• The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive. The organization may assign other duties as needed to meet business requirements.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Required Qualifications: (Education, Years of Experience, Certifications)
• A minimum of 1 year of experience on a fishing vessel
• Basic firefighting skills.
• Appropriate licenses/permits of trade (e.g., CG license of appropriate tonnage. STCW endorsement, etc.) when required.
• Preferred Education & Experiences:
• Experience working in an engine room on a vessel
• Ability to stand a navigational watch
• Knowledge of working freight, setting and hauling back trawl nets
• Basic net repair knowledge