fishing vessel deckhand

Work site environment

• In/on water

Work setting

• Room and board provided
• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare nets, lines and other fishing tackle
• Operate fishing gear to catch fish and other marine life
• Prepare and cook meals for crew members
• Clean, sort and pack fish in ice and stow catch in hold
• Repair nets, splice ropes and maintain fishing gear and other deck equipment
• Clean deck surfaces and fish hold
• Steer vessels to and from fishing areas

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Commercial Fishing Licence

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Benefits

Long term benefits

• Other benefits