Job description

This short-term deckhand/intern position is for the sailing of the tall ship Schooner Huron Jewel in 2023 as part of our Dream Inspiration Tour, a 9-month goodwill tour. (see www.ditallship.com/dreamtour)

Come sail with us! We are looking for someone to join our crew - no experience is required.

There is a large amount of one-on-one interaction and experience with Capt. Hugh operating the schooner, so this is a great opportunity for someone wanting to really learn tall ship sailing.

Drummond Island Tall Ship Co requires a high level of professionalism in all aspects associated with this position including seamanship and customer relations.

The deckhand will be responsible for a variety of duties involved in operating the tall ship. These duties include sail handling, navigation, rigging, greeting the public and assuring their safety as they tour the ship, handling dock lines, operating the push boat dinghy, food preparation, running errands, merchandise sales, maintenance (oiling, tarring, painting and varnishing), and cleaning the schooner.

Qualifications: Candidates will:

• be physically fit, energetic, hardworking, and will have an outgoing friendly demeanor.
• have strong communication skills.
• be able to follow commands at a moment's notice.
• able to take directions and work with limited supervision.
• know how to tie a specific list of knots used in tall ship handling – list of knots and reference material will be sent upon acceptance to internship. Intern will need to be familiar with these knots upon start of internship.
• be comfortable going aloft.
• be able to work long hours.
• Experience with sailing and boating a plus, but not necessary.
• Enthusiasm and curiosity is a must.
• Must be comfortable with the public.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a passport and able to travel to Canada.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment USCG approved drug test.
• Must be current with all COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters.

Minimum age of 18.

Women are encouraged to apply.

Deckhands will receive in addition to an amazing intensive learning experience about tall ship sailing, room and board, and tips. Additional pay available commensurate with experience.

This is a liveaboard position on the schooner as we transit from Florida to our homeport of Drummond Island. All meals are included.

Position starts in Florida in March through May 2023.

Deckhand will join us in March with a voyage up the East Coast on the Intercoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean to Canada, through the St Lawrence Seaway, through the Welland Canal and the Great Lakes to arrive at Drummond Island, MI in late May.

To apply send:

• your resume
• contact information for three references
• and answer the following questions (applications will not be considered unless these questions are answered):

“Why do you want to be part of this tall ship experience?"

"What is your favorite book(s) and why?"

See www.ditallship.com for more information about Schooner Huron Jewel.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Pay: $339.00 - $500.00 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All crew must be vaccinated and willing to follow company COVID-19 prevention policies.
All overnight passengers must be able to show evidence of current vaccinations

Application Question(s):

• What is your favorite book and why?
• Why do you want to work on Schooner Huron Jewel?

License/Certification:

• Passport (Required)

Work Location: In person

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