Dock Crew – RED SALMON Cannery; DOCK – RSC

Position Summary

Dock Crew member who works with a team of 6 to 8 dock workers to unload fish and freight from incoming tender vessels, maintain and operate cranes, forklifts, and other cargo handling equipment, and support the beach gang in constructing, maintaining, and repairing facility docks.

• Mooring and tying up vessels to the dock.
• Operating fish pumps to unload fish from vessels.
• Maintaining safety training and emergency reaction plans for hazardous spills, fires, and other emergencies.
• Operating cranes, forklifts, and other machinery as required.
• Performing training and continuing work at the plant.
• Ensuring dock operations meet environmental and safety regulations and policies.
• Keeping and maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Assisting other departments as needed.
• Providing reliable and predictable attendance.

• Willingness and ability to work with other departments in a team atmosphere as time allows.
• Ability to live and work in confined quarters in a multicultural environment.
• Professional conduct representing North Pacific Seafoods with the highest standards.
• Capacity to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Excellent ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience operating equipment such as forklifts, telehandlers, loaders, and cranes.
• Preferred experience with crane and hoist operation.
• Basic understanding of fish pumps, water pumps, hydraulic and other mechanical items.
• Physical and mental ability to work and live in a remote area of Alaska.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Carpentry and general maintenance skills helpful.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and willingness to follow safety protocols.
• Common knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of basic knots and line splicing.
• Availability to work 12–16 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Qualified applicants must be 18 years old.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Willing and able to perform work with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Available to work the full season.
• Current driver’s license.

• Hourly wage of $18.41 with overtime eligibility after 8 regular hours per day and 40 per week (Alaska law).
• Transportation provided by RSC from the nearest international airport to the work location and back at season completion.
• Room and board provided on site.
• Waiver of onsite expenses; washer, dryer, and Wi‑Fi available in the bunkhouse.
• Referral bonuses available.
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth, including promotion within the company.
• Generous employer matching 401(k) retirement plan available from day one.
• Traditional health insurance benefits covering medical, dental, vision, and prescription.

Work involves daily exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, humidity, darkness, and noise. Physical risks include hazards from machinery, chemicals, and electricity. The role requires standing for extended periods, walking around the plant, lifting and carrying packages up to 50 pounds, and reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting to inspect equipment. Visual, auditory, and communication skills are essential. The work environment can be stressful and demanding.

This work can be hard, monotonous, and boring, and cell phones often have limited service in remote Alaska. GCI and AT&T are the most reliable; T‑Mobile and Verizon work sporadically. Applicants must be available for the full season.

It is the Company’s policy to comply with all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting unlawful discrimination, including harassment. The Company does not permit discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, disability, national origin, marital status, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, or genetic information. This policy governs recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, wages, hours, benefits, training, and advancement opportunities.

The Company is an at‑will employer. Either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time with or without notice and with or without cause. No employee or representative, except the President or CEO, has authority to guarantee employment for a specified term unless in writing and signed by the President or CEO.

The Company provides reasonable accommodation to candidates during the application process to ensure equal access to all available positions. To request accommodation, please call Human Resources.