Portland Schooner Co. invites applications for full-time, seasonal deckhands for the 2025 season to serve aboard its fleet of historic, Maine-built wooden vessels: BAGHEERA, WENDAMEEN, TIMBERWIND, HEART’S DESIRE, VELA and RUTH. Come sail in beautiful Casco Bay and live in one of the best places in the U.S. according to U.S. News & World Report.
Portland Schooner Co. conducts a variety of public shipboard programs from May through October, including two-hour public sails, private charters, as well as educational and sail training sessions.
We offer a fast paced, hardworking, and fun environment with daily shifts ranging from 3-5 days. This is a unique opportunity to learn traditional sailing or further your growth as a sailor aboard one of our tall ships. In addition to responsibilities associated with sailing, candidates must be willing to provide an exceptional experience to our valued guests while vigilantly providing a safe environment at all times. Enthusiasm for working with the public on a daily basis is essential. We need positive individuals who can help deliver a superior experience for our guests. This means having a great attitude, good work ethic and friendly personality.
A successful candidate will have a strong passion for sailing as well as historic schooners and a desire to share that passion with others. All applicants are welcome although preference will be given to candidates with previous traditional sailing experience. Must be able to pass a drug test per USCG requirements.
We offer strong, industry-leading compensation that is commensurate with experience. Preference will be given to candidates interested in returning each season.
Housing available in downtown Portland within walking/biking distance of berths.
If you think that you fit the bill and would like to join your team, please send your most current resume.