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WHAT TO EXPECT

Work Clothes/Gear

Work clothes, rain gear, boots and personal clothing are the responsibility of the employee and are purchased at your expense. Rain gear (pants, jackets, rubber boats, gloves) can be purchased from the ships store and deducted from your first paycheck.
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Safety Equipment

Most safety items are issued to you. These items include (but are not limited to) freezer boots, freezer suites, eye protection, hearing protection and hard hats. If returned with normal wear and tear, there is no cost to you. If these items are lost, damaged, or you fail to return them, you will be charged.

Other Items

Due to limited storage space on the vessel, it is necessary that all personal belongings be packed in a duffel bag or other soft luggage that is collapsible.  Please do not come aboard with hard suitcases. 

Be sure to mark all items, including your duffel bag, with your name using a permanent marking pen.  You will be living in a small but comfortable space on the vessel.  It is your responsibilities to keep it clean and neat.

The following is a list of recommended items to bring on board:

  • Towels and washcloths
  • Toilet Articles (enough to last entire season) – toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, razor (electric okay), shaving cream, comb, soap, feminine hygiene items, nail clippers, Q-tips, etc.
  • 7-8 fulls sets of work clothes: warm shirts, t-shirts, sweatshirts and sweatpants, long underwear/thermals, underwear, socks, work shoes, comfortable shoes, shower shoes, wool cap, warm jacket (laundry is done for you once a week)
  • Extra glasses or contact lenses, plus solution (contacts are not allowed in some areas of the factory)
  • Prescriptions and medicines you are taking to last for the entire contract (these will need to be reported when you sign on the vessel)
  • Non-electric alarm clock
  • Headphones
  • Two small padlocks for your locker
  • Books, magazines, games, cards, etc.
  • Cigarettes will be sold on the vessel in the ship store. We suggest you bring at least your first weeks supply with you. 

No jewelry, sentimental items or valuables should be brought on board. We are not responsible for lost or stolen property – including cash. Ship stores is available on credit only, no cash. All personal items need to be marked with your name. Keep a record of serial numbers of any electronics.