**Summer** Deckhand/Mate

Posted:
Location: Hyannis, MA

Summer 2024 deckhand/mate to crew on a 50ft Classic Schooner for a private Owner in Hyannis, MA.

The job will require five days a week for ~30 hours from ~11am - ~5pm. Weekends and holidays are not guaranteed time off. Main responsibility is to take the Owner and guests sailing in Nantucket sound for daily lunch picnic cruises.

The Owner has hired MMA cadets in the past and is a big supporter of the Academy.

Sailing experience is preferred but not necessary for the right candidate.

Compensation:
a) Guaranteed competitive weekly salary ($/week will depend on experience)
b) Weekly gas/fuel stipend
c) End of summer bonus
d) Lunch will be provided for crew on daily sails

Crew Duties:
a) Crew on near daily sails (including sail trim, changes, hoisting, furling, dousing, navigation, light mechanical work, mooring, anchoring, skippering etc.);
b) Provision, organize, clean and provide routine maintenance
c) Participate in occasional overnight cruises and sailing trips (to be discussed with reasonable notice); and
d) Operate the other power boats as directed by Employer.
e) Minor Housekeeping
f) Assist with occasional social events hosted at Owner's residence

Requirements:
a) Must have your own reliable means of transportation
b) Must have your own housing in reasonable distance to Hyannis

Dates of Employment:
a) Mid June to Labor Day
b) Weekend work available in May and September on an as needed basis

How to Apply

Please contact me at shepherd.bradley3@gmail.com or call/text at 407-619-3059 for more information and to schedule an interview with the Owner.