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SUMMARY

Northline Seafoods is seeking experienced and motivated Tender Offload Personnel to support our team during in-season operations in Bristol Bay, AK. This role will focus heavily on crane operations for offloading salmon from tenders to meet overall production goals. The position may also include off-season work in the final processing of Bristol Bay salmon in Bellingham, WA. As our company grows, we are looking for candidates with a true all-hands-on-deck mindset. This is a position aboard a stationary floating processing facility anchored near Dillingham, AK.

Important Travel Note: As of May 7, 2025, a REAL ID-compliant identification is required for domestic air travel, including flights to Alaska. Candidates must be able to meet this requirement prior to hire.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Support the safe and efficient tying of tender vessels, crane operations, recordkeeping, and offloading of fish from tenders
• Distribute slurry ice to tender vessels in support of Northline quality goals
• Assist with the loading, unloading, and proper stowage/lashing of all cargo on the barge
• Safely and efficiently operate cranes to pump fish and move cargo to and from tenders
• Assist in tying and untying of tender vessels
• Ensure proper and safe line handling with the ability to splice lines and make slings
• Provide maintenance, repair, and basic troubleshooting of fish pumping activities
• Keep deck and storage areas clean, organized, and support all top-deck cargo movements and operations
• Assist the Freight & Net Coordinator with moving and loading fisher gear
• Complete all safety training and documentation as required by local, state, and federal regulations, with emphasis on Coast Guard requirements
• Support cross-department operations as a member of the Hannah and Northline team, assisting other departments as needed (e.g., helping with fish in production during peak periods)
• Complete all other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 18+ years old
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience as a deckhand with emphasis on boat tie-ups, fish pumping, and crane operation
• Crane and forklift experience is required
• Must be able to routinely work 12+ hour shifts and occasionally 16+ hour shifts during peak season

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of principles and methods for safely moving numerous types of cargo on a stationary floating processing facility
• Knowledge of Bristol Bay operations and servicing a large fleet of tenders and fishing boats
• Knowledge of proper use of emergency equipment located on the barge
• Ability to solve problems and make clear, rational decisions in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to complete duties with minimal supervision
• Positive, all-hands-on-deck attitude

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job operates primarily aboard a stationary floating processing facility anchored near Dillingham, AK and at the dock in Bellingham, WA. This role routinely uses equipment common in transferring and moving cargo including cranes, lines, slings, spreader bars, etc. Additionally, this position will require advanced knowledge of fish pump setup and maintenance. Employee must be able stand, walk and generally navigate a wet and cold barge environment for long periods of time. Employee must be able to navigate tight spaces and climb multiple flights of stairs without assistance. Ability to lift 50 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Employees will be exposed to various weather conditions in Alaska and Washington.

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Northline Seafoods is at will. This means that either the employee or Northline Seafoods may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

DISCLAIMER

The above is not intended to list all possible essential functions or requirements as they are subject to change. The employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the above essential duties and meet the physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these requirements.

Northline Seafoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran or disability status.