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Lindblad Expeditions

Rotational Deckhand

Seattle, WA · On-site

WORK SCHEDULE The Rotational Deckhands works a rotational schedule of approximately 2 months on/1 ... Assists Engineering, Hotel, and Expeditions departments as directed by Chief Mate. * Uses chemicals ...

Lindblad Expeditions

Rotational Deckhand

Seattle, WA · On-site

$215 - $223/day

WORK SCHEDULE The Rotational Deckhands works a rotational schedule of approximately 2 months on/1 ... Assists Engineering, Hotel, and Expeditions departments as directed by Chief Mate. * Uses chemicals ...

Lindblad Expeditions

Rotational Deckhand

Seattle, WA · On-site

WORK SCHEDULE The Rotational Deckhands works a rotational schedule of approximately 2 months on/1 ... Assists Engineering, Hotel, and Expeditions departments as directed by Chief Mate. * Uses chemicals ...

SSA Marine

Portfolio Support Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

Participate in a structured Engineering Development and Rotation Program to develop a broad understanding of the Company's engineering organization, project delivery processes, and terminal ...

SSA Marine

Portfolio Support Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

Participate in a structured Engineering Development and Rotation Program to develop a broad understanding of the Company's engineering organization, project delivery processes, and terminal ...

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How much do engineering rotational jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for engineering rotational in Seattle, WA is $115,797.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,600.00 and $132,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an engineering rotational program participant, and why are they important?

To excel in an Engineering Rotational Program, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in engineering and a strong grasp of fundamental engineering principles across multiple disciplines. Familiarity with CAD software, project management tools, and industry-specific systems, as well as any relevant internships or certifications, is highly beneficial. Adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication distinguish top performers as they navigate diverse teams and projects. These skills are crucial for quickly learning new roles, contributing to various projects, and building a well-rounded engineering foundation.

What is the difference between Engineering Rotational vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectEngineering RotationalMechanical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, often with internship experienceBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, professional licensure optional
Work EnvironmentVaries across departments, includes training programsDesign, analysis, manufacturing in office or lab settings
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large corporations with rotational programsWidespread across manufacturing, automotive, aerospace

Engineering Rotational programs provide diverse experience across departments, ideal for developing broad skills. Mechanical Engineers focus on design and analysis within specific areas. Both roles require strong engineering credentials, but Engineering Rotational offers varied exposure, while Mechanical Engineering emphasizes specialized technical expertise.

What is an engineering rotational program?

An Engineering Rotational program is a structured, entry-level initiative offered by many companies to new engineering graduates. Participants rotate through different departments or roles within the organization over a set period, such as design, manufacturing, or quality assurance. This allows them to gain broad experience, develop diverse skills, and better understand the company's operations. At the end of the program, participants usually transition into a permanent role that best fits their skills and interests.

What types of projects and teams can I expect to work with during an engineering rotational program?

In an Engineering Rotational program, you will typically rotate through several departments such as design, manufacturing, quality assurance, and product development. This means you’ll work on a variety of projects, ranging from hands-on prototyping to process optimization and cross-functional collaboration with teams like R&D, supply chain, and operations. These rotations provide exposure to different engineering disciplines and company functions, helping you build a broad skill set and develop a strong professional network. The diverse experience gained through these projects is designed to accelerate your career growth and help you identify the area where your interests and strengths best align.
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Infographic showing various Engineering Rotational job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,797 per year, or $55.7 per hour.

Rotational Deckhand

Lindblad Expeditions

Seattle, WA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

WHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world's most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the "Exhilaration of Discovery".

JOB SUMMARY  
As a Licensed Deckhand with Lindblad Expeditions, you'll do more than maintain ship operations-you'll help guide guests through some of the most remote and breathtaking places on Earth. A key part of your role involves operating Zodiacs to safely transport guests between ship and shore, offering them a front-row seat to glaciers, wildlife, and rugged coastlines. Whether navigating the inlets of Southeast Alaska or exploring the warm waters of Baja, you'll be an essential part of delivering our signature expedition experience.
 
This position is ideal for someone with a passion for the sea, strong seamanship, and a desire to interact with guests in dynamic, outdoor settings. You'll work as part of a close-knit Deck team on board one of our U.S.-flagged vessels, where safety, teamwork, and curiosity are always top priorities. If you're ready to combine your maritime skills with unforgettable adventures, we'd love to have you aboard.
 
WORK SCHEDULE 
The Rotational Deckhands works a rotational schedule of approximately 2 months on/1 month off, approximately 12 hours per day. 

 LIVING CONDITIONS 

Crew quarters are compact and shared - you will bunk with one or two roommates for the full duration of your rotation, with minimal personal space. The vessel operates in remote locations with limited or no port access between expeditions, so cell service and internet may be unavailable for extended periods. You must bring a sufficient supply of any prescription medications, as refills cannot be obtained while underway.

This lifestyle suits people who are adaptable, self-sufficient, and genuinely energized by close-knit team environments and remote travel. If those conditions sound like a challenge rather than an adventure, this may not be the right fit. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

This is a physically demanding role performed in a moving marine environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and climb steep interior stairs repeatedly throughout a 12-hour shift - including during periods of significant vessel motion. The employee must regularly lift and carry items up to 50 pounds. Work rotates continuously across cabin cleaning, dishwashing, laundry, and food service, often without extended breaks. Work is performed in confined spaces and high-humidity environments including the galley.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Ship Maintenance
  • Sweeps decks, washes windows, keeps vessels free of rust, and empties trash receptacles on a regular basis. 
  • Cleans the public restroom and general interior areas such as bulkheads, lockers, etc. 
  • Primes and paints the vessel as assigned. 
  • Assists Engineering, Hotel, and Expeditions departments as directed by Chief Mate. 
  • Uses chemicals for cleaning and ship maintenance while ensuring personal protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, respirators, etc. are used correctly.   
  • May be assigned various special projects as per the Chief Mate's work list. 
Boat Operations
  • Handles lines during docking and undocking procedures. 
  • Assigned anchoring duties as needed. 
  • Assists the Bridge Watch Officer with lookout and wheel watch as needed. 
  • Assists with lowering/raising and tying up/ casting off of the inflatable boats and kayaks. 
  • Assists with loading guests, staff, and crew in and out of inflatable boats. 
  • Assists in driving inflatable boats as directed by Chief Mate. 
Safety & Security
  • Participates in on board safety training, meetings and drills, as directed by the Captain, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies. 
  • Participates in shore side training as required by the company.   
  • Conducts hourly security patrols including inspection of the engine room and lazarette at night. 
  • Serves as needed on gangway watch. 
  • Familiar with all duties under the company Safety Management System including Emergency Response activities. 
Additional Duties
  • Loads/off-loads guest luggage. 
  • Hauls ship's trash, laundry, and stores as needed. 
  • Pulls, cleans and replaces the galley mats, cleans the galley deck and washes any used galley rags. 
  • Assists in the training of new rotational and/or seasonal deckhands. 
To Be Considered, You Must Already Have:
  • Minimum 25 GRT Master License, Upon Near Coastal Waters
  • Valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • Valid US Passport or US Permanent Resident Card with valid passport
  • STCW Basic Safety Training (BST)
Required Licenses/Certifications Provided by Lindblad
  • USCG Medical Certificate
  • STCW Crowd Management (CM)
  • STCW Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)
  • First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Desired Qualifications
  • Must have experience driving Zodiacs or similar small vessels using a tiller outboard motor.
  • Mechanical aptitude and interest. 
  • Maritime/boating experience preferred. 
  • Good customer service skills; professional demeanor, ability to use necessary levels of tact and courtesy. 
  • Detail oriented and thorough; able to follow through on assigned tasks. 
  • Able to work independently using initiative and creativity to complete assigned tasks. 
  • Strong time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines. 
  • Works well under pressure. 
  • Ability to get along well with co-workers and support a team environment. 
$215 - $223 a day

The listed salary range reflects total daily compensation based on experience and vessel assignment.

Compensation breakdown: $165-$173 base daily rate + $50 guaranteed minimum in gratuities. Any tips earned above the $50 minimum are yours to keep.

Employment is contingent on the following:
- In compliance with U.S. Coast Guard Regulations, 46 CFR Parts 4, 5, and 16, you will be required to undergo the following drug tests: post-offer prior to start date, random, reasonable cause, and serious marine incident per US Federal guidelines.
- Pre-offer background check; employment is contingent upon the results of this screening.
- Post-offer physical examination; your employment is dependent upon being determined fit for sea duty. 
Continued employment is dependent upon consent to and passing these tests.

Lindblad Expeditions continues to highly recommend that all new hires be up to date with all vaccines prior to the first day of employment and getting boosted annually when eligible, including those vaccines that protect against COVID-19. All crew must still comply with all country-specific vaccination requirements.

Communication Skills 
Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos.   Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor. 
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.  The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The physical demands per position are described in the Job Analysis sheet and are available to all applicants upon request.

COMPENSATION STATEMENT
Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant's location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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