Job Information
City of Toronto DECKHAND in Toronto, Ontario
DECKHAND
Job ID: 61757
Job Category: Operations & Maintainance Division & Section: Parks & Recreation, PR
Work Location: Jack Layton Ferry Terminal
Job Type & Duration: Temporary, Full Time
Salary Range: $32.65 per hour (2026 rate)
Shift Information: 40 hours per week, rotating schedule
Affiliation: L416 Outside
Number of Positions Open: Talent Pool for upcoming vacancies
Posting Period: 05-Mar-2026 to 26-MAR-2026
Shift Information, Work Location, and Duration will be confirmed on or after March 2026
Major Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Captain, the Deckhand is required to perform duties of a varied nature on a vessel which include:
Assists in docking/undocking operations.
Handles mooring lines and assists in the mooring of vessels.
Performs general maintenance and related work as assigned on vessels, ramps and docks.
Assists passengers getting on and off the vessel, and crowd control.
Participates in vessel emergency drills and exercises per assigned duties.
Provides information to the public and responds to public enquiries.
May be required to load and unload freight.
May be required to collect tickets from passengers boarding the vessel and counts passengers, when required.
Key Qualifications:
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
Experience and versatility on Marine Vessel.
Must be in possession of and maintain a valid MED (Marine Emergency Duty Certificate) or STCW Basic Safety Certificate.
Must be in possession of and maintain a valid Marine Basic First Aid.
Must be in possession of and maintain a valid Marine Medical Certificate.
You must also have:
• Ability to handle freight and assist passengers boarding and leaving vessel.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Marine Occupational Safety & Health (MOSH) regulations that apply to this work.
• Must be physically capable of performing lifesaving and emergency duties.
• A Certificate of Fitness as prescribed by Transport Canada may be required.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be available to work shift/weekend/overtime.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be available to work shift/weekend/overtime.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment toemployment equity (https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/content/Hiring-Policies-and-Statements/?locale=en_US) .
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request . Learn more about the City’sHiring Policies and Accommodation Process (https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/content/Hiring-Policies-and-Statements/?locale=en_US) .