Royal Caribbean Group

Carpenter

Recruiter:
Royal Caribbean Group
Category:
Deck Jobs
Position:
Carpenter / Joiner
Updated:
March 6, 2026

Position Summary

  • Performs building and repair work on woodwork, wallpapering, carpeting, and related carpentry tasks throughout the vessel. The role requires a positive, team-oriented attitude and the ability to participate fully in a dynamic crew environment. The incumbent supports the Carpenter in maintaining interior finishes, doors, panels, and fixtures, while adhering to safety, quality, and environmental policies.

Key Responsibilities

  • General maintenance and repair of woodwork, wall paneling, doors, locks, and related elements.
  • Assist with wallpapering, carpeting, and other interior finish work as directed.
  • Ensure safe work practices, use appropriate PPE, and keep work areas clean and organized; seal off working areas from passengers as required.
  • Follow Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies; attend mandatory safety drills.
  • Report progress and any issues to the Carpenter Supervisor; assist with planning and scheduling of carpentry tasks.
  • Maintain tools and inventory related to carpentry activities; document maintenance and work performed.
  • Participate in meetings, training, and other work-related activities as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervision; may be asked to support other areas of the Carpentry team as needed.

Qualifications & Training

  • Minimum five years of craftsman-related experience and training.
  • Elementary to middle school education (8th grade) or international equivalent.
  • Certifications/Training:
  • Any relevant carpentry, finishing, or safety training as applicable.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

  • Physical: Regularly stand, walk, and perform manual tasks; operate hand tools; lift up to 50 pounds; may include kneeling, bending, and working in tight spaces.
  • Vision: Close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Environmental: Work on a shipboard environment with exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, and varying temperatures; use of PPE required; may require shifts or overtime; able to work in confined spaces and at heights as needed. Full use of arms, legs, vision, hearing, and coordination is required to perform duties effectively.

Additional Notes:

  • Candidates must be committed to safety and environmental standards.
  • Work involves physical activity and exposure to challenging environments

Language Requirements

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Royal Caribbean Group

Royal Caribbean Group

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Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) is a cruise vacation company comprised of three award-winning global brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises. Royal Caribbean Group is also a 50% owner of a joint venture that includes TUI Cruises and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. Together, our brands operate a global fleet of 60 ships traveling to more than 800 destinations worldwide.

We’re proud of the way our team members from different cultural backgrounds, ages, races, religions, education levels, sexual orientation, genders, and disabilities come together to create the incredible vacation experiences we’re known for. We believe that the diversity of our employees plays a major role in our success.

We are proud of our entrepreneurial spirit, the force that drives us to innovate. It’s that state of mind that helps us see opportunity where others see only risk.

Come join our RCG family and journey with us!


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