DECKHAND / TOUR GUIDE FOR SOLARIS

Hudson River Maritime Museum
Kingston, NY

HUDSON RIVER M ARITIM E M USEUM Wooden Boat School | Sailing & Rowing School | Home Port & Education Center 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12401 | 845-338-0071 | www.hrmm.org Employment Opportunity: Deckhand / Tour Guide for Solaris To Apply: Please send cover letter and qualifications/resume to Managing Captain Tom Macom: tmacom@hrmm.org HRMM is seeking a Deckhand / Tour Guide to assist with tours aboard our 100% solar powered 44' tour boat Solaris during our 2026 season (late April - October). Some boat experience preferred, must be energetic and comfortable dealing with the public and narrating tours. Part time and weekend hours. About the Position: Deckhand will work with the Captain in all aspects of handling this unique 28-passenger vessel. Work will require vessel maintenance, interaction with customers, line handling and narrating tours. Preference will be given to candidates with experience as an educator and with local knowledge. Great entry level position for someone interested in a future working on the water. Position will vary from part to full-time, flexible hours and weekend work is required. Employment begins in early May and extends into late October. Pay is $15-$17 / hr depending on experience. Job Requirements: ∙ Basic boating skills including docking and line handling ∙ Comfort talking to groups and ability and desire to learn local history and ecology ∙ Willingness to learn and follow all safety procedures and emergency drills ∙ Ensure safety of passengers at all times ∙ Be able to comply with Coast Guard required drug and alcohol program ∙ Be punctual, hard-working, flexible, driven, energetic, and a good communicator ∙ MUST be comfortable with walking on and jumping from boat decks to docks ∙ MUST be able to lift weights up to 50lbs Tasks Include: ∙ Assist docking a 44' vessel with up to 28 passengers ∙ Assist passengers boarding, disembarking safely ∙ Help with taking payments and basic customer service ∙ Participate in boats preventative maintenance as needed ∙ Be a team player and able to take direction from others The Hudson River M aritime M useum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries and related communities. In addition to extensive collections documenting maritime transportation, industry, recreation, and natural science, the museum offers classes and programs at its Wooden Boat School, Sailing and Rowing School, and aboard its floating classroom, Solaris. The museum is located along the historic Rondout waterfront in downtown Kingston. HRMM is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. Revised 2/13/2026
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