Deck Repairman

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the corrective maintenance of shipboard equipment and structures.
• Responsible for completing assigned Deck maintenance and refurbishment projects 
• Repair and replacement of steel structures, such as railings, deck plating and pipe-work.
• Repair of doors, window washing system, scrubbing machines, deck vacuum cleaners and other deck equipment.
• Fabrication in steel, other metals and synthetic materials.
• General maintenance duties as per Able-bodied Seaman position directed by supervisors.
• Assists Carpentry team with projects that require metalwork to be done.
• Carries out AMOS maintenance that requires technical structural work to be done, including repairs to weather tight doors, hatches and any other types of AMOS maintenance.
• Accountable for keeping an inventory of materials and welding equipment and updating the Storekeeper/ Bosun before signing off.
• Takes part in standby on the mooring deck, tender operation, and gangway duties as required.
• Accountable for the quality and final result of the welded areas to be refurbished and repaired.
• Responsible for safety procedures and fire precautions, especially when performing hot work, storing and handling hazardous materials. 
• Ensures that all hot works are completed safely and advises the Bridge/Chief Officer that a hot work permit is closed when area is considered safe.
• Responsible for guiding the crew in all technical matters to accomplish the best results in the shortest time.
• Reports for work on time: clean, tidy and dressed in the appropriate uniform.
• Flexibility to adjust to project needs as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum six months experience working as a Welder/Repairman on large cruise vessels working on ships preventive maintenance
• Other types of vessel with appropriate increase in time considered
• Knowledgeable in:
  • Electric and gas welding equipment & procedures
  • All fabrication works related to ship maintenance
• Certified Welder
• High welding skills
• Capability of repair complex deck maintenance machinery
• Knowledge in steel ,other metals and synthetic materials fabrication
• Being able to conduct maintenance that requires technical structural work to be done, including repairs to weather tight doors, hatches and any other types of AMOS maintenance
• Familiarity with all safety and technical equipment used by the Deck Department.
• Capable to guide the crew in all technical matters to accomplish the best results in the shortest time.
• Knowledge in safety procedures and fire precautions, especially when performing hot work, storing and handling hazardous materials.
• Strong in supervision and organizational skills
• Good communicator and able to work under time pressure
• Detail oriented

Additional Information

• Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel 
• Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities, and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan 
• Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control 
• If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulations 

• Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this) 
• Complete a pre-employment medical 
• Obtain a criminal background check 
• Bring approved work shoes 

• Segment: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
• Business: Disney Cruise Line
• Category: Building, Construction and Facilities
• Job Type: Full Time