Schooner Virginia Deckhand-Education Volunteer at Nauticus - Ongoing/Seasonal

Nauticus does not accept court ordered volunteers.
Schooner Virginia Volunteer, Deckhand/Educator
Description: We are looking for skilled, enthusiastic, and competent deckhand/educators. As a Schooner Virginia deckhand, you will assist in all facets of operating and maintaining the 122-foot schooner. This includes performing shipboard maintenance, serving in a customer service capacity during sails and dock-side events, and assisting in teaching our educational curriculum.
Instructors must also be able to comfortably move about the Schooner Virginia and assist with things such as hauling on lines, carrying (heavy) equipment, and climbing up and down steep ladders.
Desired Skills:
Self-motivated team player
Background and experience in sailing, or strong interest in learning
Previous experiences in teaching, preferred
Experience with maintenance, preferred
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time, bend and reach above the head
• Walk and climb ladders to upper and lower decks required
• Tolerate and navigate small spaces
• Capacity to withstand varying temperatures, rain, and wind
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Willingness to attend training events
If you do not meet all these requirements, some training is available to qualified applicants.
Minimum total hours- 50; Maximum total hours- Endless!
Orientation/Training:
All volunteers must complete a Nauticus New Volunteer Orientation (details providing once accepted into the program). Once this is complete, your first shift will include a tour of our program areas, an introduction to staff and programs and training on programs. If you are 18 or above, you must successfully pass a background check with the City of Norfolk (at no cost to you).

Minimum age: 18.