Deckhand

Patrol nets to inspect settings, remove catch, and reset or relocate nets. Steer vessels and operate navigational instruments. Put fishing equipment into the water and anchor or tow equipment, according to the fishing method used. Maintain engines, fishing gear, and other on-board equipment and perform minor repairs. Sort, pack, and store catch in holds with salt and ice. Remove catches from fishing equipment and measure them for size. Locate fish, using fish-finding equipment. Attach nets, slings, hooks, blades, or lifting devices to cables, booms, hoists, or dredges. Interpret weather and vessel conditions to determine appropriate responses. Wash decks, knives, and other equipment, using brushes, detergents, and water. Connect accessories such as floats, weights, flags, lights, or markers to nets, lines, or traps. Load and unload vessel equipment and supplies, by hand or using hoisting equipment.