Cadet - Seaward Services

Hornblower Cruises and Events
$50/day
United States, New Jersey, Jersey City
1 Audrey Zapp Drive (Show on map)
Mar 14, 2025
Description Hornblower is seeking a Cadet for our Seaward Services operation. About the Opportunity: As a Cadet, this individual will be responsible for completing the qualification standards set for the Deckhand and Sr. Deckhand positions within the organization. Also, must perform duties related to passenger safety, passenger service, vessel operations and vessel maintenance. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Learn and perform all duties associated with your position, particularly Station Bill responsibilities and all aspects of passenger safety Participate in safety drills and training Assist with all vessel operations Engage in deck operations including loading and discharging of passengers and vehicles Respond as assigned to all vessel emergencies - respond as directed Actively engage passengers to provide outstanding service Ensure maintenance and service of all safety and deck equipment Help organize projects for maintenance periods Maintain vessel cleanliness and appearance to the highest standards Assist Engineer as directed by vessel Master Help perform vessel maintenance in accordance with phased maintenance schedules as directed Inspect all areas of the vessel for environmental, safety and health deficiencies on a regular schedule Report all deficiencies to vessel Master. Carryout corrective actions to the maximum extent possible Maintain records of passenger counts and account for all tickets Complete routine reports as directed Complete and make submissions as required by sponsoring educational facility Carry out other duties as assigned by the vessel Master Requirements & Qualifications: US Passport TWIC Completion of at least one year at a Maritime educational facility Passenger vessel experience a plus Current enrollment in a Maritime training school Basic Seamanship: safety equipment, line handling, knots and splices, small boat handling Ability to effectively interact with the public, strong customer service skills Strong organizational, communicative, and interpersonal skills Computer literate Ability and interest to learn and advance Pay: $50/day About Us: Hornblower's passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you're an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you. The RESPECT Service System embodies Hornblower's mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader. The Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicants or employees based upon their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics prohibited by applicable law. Additionally, we encourage all qualified applicants including those with past arrest or conviction records to apply. The Company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. We encourage qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)