Deckhand - Ahtna Marine & Construction The deckhand position consists of but is not limited to, throwing and tying lines as well as hooking up anchors and general labor and housekeeping. Please Note: We are not actively recruiting applicants for this position at this time. Applications will be reviewed when there is a need for this position. Essential duties and responsibilities include the ability to operate precisely and safely in close proximity to others, properly wear, use, and maintain personal respirator equipment and other forms of personal protective equipment on HAZWOPER sites, monitor job site for hazards and challenge unauthorized personnel on job site and maintain a safe working environment, maintain constant awareness of surroundings including eye contact with ground personnel and recognize job site specific hazards, possess good communication skills as well as take direction from environmental staff in all phases of field operations, learn and follow safety regulations, take actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects, monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met, coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members, and perform any other duties as assigned by management. Supervision: None Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in the marine industry The ability to take direction and willingness to learn Preferred Qualifications: Experience and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures. Shareholder Preference: Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment. Work Environment: Generally outdoors, may be subject to changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels. Physical Demands: Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, stooping for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity, should have good hand-eye coordination and motion control in coordination with handling tools, equipment, and other related components. Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours. Communication - Ability to communicate effectively using the spoken and written word. Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds such as small electrical components, equipment, and other materials. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Schedule: As project needs dictate Education: High School Diploma/GED or better. Experience: Required: 1 year: Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in the marine industry The ability to take direction and willingness to learn. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.