
Carpenter
- Recruiter:
- Royal Caribbean Group
- Category:
- Deck Jobs
- Position:
- Carpenter / Joiner
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Updated:
- April 7, 2026
Responsible for performing specialized duties to install, repair and maintain fixtures, fittings, furnishings and equipment in accordance with Company Policies, any National or International standards and any other prescribed regulations. Participating in the preparation of the vessel for arrival and departure. Assisting and supporting the Deck department in every respect according to the Master’s or Staff Captain’s instructions.
Reporting Structure
- Reporting to the Staff Captain.
Responsibilities
- Executes general maintenance, repair, installation and upkeep of material equipment.
- Builds or repairs cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors or other fixtures and fittings.
- Maintenance and repair of furniture of the following (to include but not limited to):
- Guest and crew accommodations
- Public areas
- Bars
- Theater
- Lounges
- Restaurants
- Attends mooring during arrival and departure.
- Responsible for the potable water connection as required.
- Installs and repairs carpets and tiles as per instruction of the Staff Captain.
- Responsible for any removal or installation of ceilings and bulkheads throughout the vessel if required for repair or maintenance of any pipes or other plumbing.
- Assists with the ships key card system, replacing batteries and re-encoding when needed.
- Responsible for all varnishing required on the open decks and teak deck repairs.
- Will participate in the tendering operations under the Staff Captain’s instruction when the vessel is at anchor.
- Will participate in safe zodiac operation as per Staff Captains instructions.
- Keeps the Staff Captain and Officer on duty promptly and fully informed of all problems and matters of significance.
- All other duties as assigned.
Safety Duties:
- Participates in crew and passenger safety drills according to instructions.
- Always complies with the Company’s safety and pollution prevention regulations and operating procedures.
- Leads by example by taking care of Health and Safety of self and others.
- Ensures that all work equipment, personal protective equipment, chemicals and safety devices are being used correctly.
Education/Experience/Qualifications:
- Valid STCW certification.
- Appropriate certification as required by regulations.
- Good understanding of carpentry, woodwork, maintenance and repair.
- Extensive experience in subordinate positions and on board passenger ships in a similar role.
- Physically and medically fit.
- Moral integrity is required.
- Coast Guard, Port State Control and Public Health experience.
Language requirements:
- Fluent English (verbal, written and technical). English is the working and safety language on board.
- Additional languages are considered beneficial.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Required to stand, walk long distances, reaching and sitting. Repetitive motion of bending, going up and down stairs, climbing ladders. Lifting or pushing of up to 50lbs. The position requires overtime work and irregular schedules. Works in all areas of the vessel with light traffic and distracting environments.
STCW Certificates
You will need valid STCW certificates to apply for this position. Find an STCW course near you.
Work Experience Requirements
All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Cruise Ship.
Language Requirements
Good knowledge of the English language is required.
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!
