Deckhand - F/T Arica

Glacier Fish
Washington, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/15/2024 CLOSED ON 11/24/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deckhand - F/T Arica position at Glacier Fish?

North Star Fishing Company is dedicated to producing the highest quality frozen-at-sea groundfish products in the world. We accomplish our mission with a day-in-and-day-out commitment to quality, safety, consistent attention to detail and an on-going concern for the stability and health of the North Pacific fishery resource.


We are one of the largest producers of frozen at sea flatfish, cod, pollock and other groundfish, and distributes seafood throughout the world. We manage three trawl catcher-processor vessels that operate in the Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and the Gulf of Alaska. Come join us with one of the many exciting job opportunities available!


North Star Fishing Company LLC is hiring Deckhands that are mentally and physically resilient to perform long labor-intensive hours under tough conditions on board the F/T Arica in Alaska’s Bering Sea.

We are seeking individuals for permanent, full-time positions who are open to working a rotating schedule year-round. To qualify for this position, applicants are expected to have prior experience as a deckhand on a commercial fishing vessel. Those who do not have prior experience will not be considered.

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  • Highly skilled 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 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.


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$10,000 - $15,000 a month
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 with 4 bunks per room
All meals and laundry on board are provided at no cost
Expect Limited communication. Cell phones don’t always work.
Wi-Fi availble onboard with newly integrated Starlink is a high-speed, low-latency broadband internet able to adapt to remote and rural locations.

Benefits:
Company travel policy agreement: Successful completion of 65 consecutive days on board grants eligibility for airfare/hotel expenses, between the vessel and Seattle, to be paid by the company.

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance once eligibility met

Employee assistance program

Crew paid a share of the catch each fishing trip.

North Star Fishing Company are Equal Opportunity Employers - Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.  

By signing below you are affirming that the statements that you make in this application, plus any additional written and oral information you provide us about yourself (such as an interview) are true, and that you have not omitted anything about yourself that might be important to us in deciding whether to hire you. You understand that any false statement or material omission is sufficient grounds for us to reject this application, or to terminate your employment without further consideration.

I AUTHORIZE INVESTIGATION OF ALL STATEMENTS CONTAINED HEREIN AND THE REFERENCES LISTED ABOVE TO GIVE YOU ANY AND ALL INFORMATION CONCERNING MY PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT AND ANY PERTINENT INFORMATION THEY MAY HAVE, PERSONAL OR OTHERWISE, AND RELEASE ALL PARTIES FROM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE THAT MIGHT RESULT FROM FURNISHING SAME TO YOU.

In addition, you understand that any offer of employment will be contingent upon our verifying your employment eligibility as required by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT, IF HIRED, MY EMPLOYMENT IS FOR NO DEFINITE PERIOD AND MAY, REGARDLESS OF THE DATE OF PAYMENT OF MY WAGES AND SALARY, BE TERMINATED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT ANY PRIOR NOTICE.
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North Star Fishing Company are Equal Opportunity Employers - Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.  


By signing below you are affirming that the statements that you make in this application, plus any additional written and oral information you provide us about yourself (such as an interview) are true, and that you have not omitted anything about yourself that might be important to us in deciding whether to hire you. You understand that any false statement or material omission is sufficient grounds for us to reject this application, or to terminate your employment without further consideration.


I AUTHORIZE INVESTIGATION OF ALL STATEMENTS CONTAINED HEREIN AND THE REFERENCES LISTED ABOVE TO GIVE YOU ANY AND ALL INFORMATION CONCERNING MY PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT AND ANY PERTINENT INFORMATION THEY MAY HAVE, PERSONAL OR OTHERWISE, AND RELEASE ALL PARTIES FROM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE THAT MIGHT RESULT FROM FURNISHING SAME TO YOU.


In addition, you understand that any offer of employment will be contingent upon our verifying your employment eligibility as required by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).


I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT, IF HIRED, MY EMPLOYMENT IS FOR NO DEFINITE PERIOD AND MAY, REGARDLESS OF THE DATE OF PAYMENT OF MY WAGES AND SALARY, BE TERMINATED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT ANY PRIOR NOTICE.

Salary : $10,000 - $15,000

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