BOAT CAPTAIN WANTED FOR DAILY AND OR NIGHTLY EXCURSION MANTA RAY VIEWING TRIPS (Kailua Kona) COMPENSATION WILL BE NEGOTIATED PAY IS A BASE SALARY AND A PER TRIP RATE PLUS TIPS.

Employment Type: FULL TIME

Inspired by our commitment to excellence, Captains at our Company* create unforgettable memories for our guests before, during and after our tour trips (Manta Night Snorkels, Daily Snorkel Trips, Private Charters and Fishing Charters). The Captain of our vessel is responsible to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the vessel, ensuring our guests comfort and safety while underway, and assisting with docking and undocking. Captains must uphold the strictest safety standards for guests and crew, and will maintain a professional and friendly manner consistent with Our Service System (OSS).

Essential Functions:

SAFETY!!!

Provide exceptional hospitality to guests and coworkers
Follow safety procedures in order to ensure the protection of  crew, passengers and vessel
Participate in routine safety drills to prepare for major incidents
Maintain the cleanliness and safety of all common areas and supervise crew

Additional Responsibilities:

Be prepared to begin work at scheduled time
Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards
Other duties as assigned by the Owners and Head Captain

Job Specifications / qualifications:
USCG MMC license of at least 25 tons
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) preferred
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Pre-employment and on-going random drug testing is required for all marine personnel
Must be able to effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to guests and coworkers
Must possess a service orientation – actively looking for ways to help others
Energetic and enthusiastic personality essential
Be able to work, perform and assist customers snorkeling in the water (day and night)
Be able to show calm in stressed situations
Will work for extended periods of time without sitting
Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds
Must be able to throw mooring lines from ship to pier
Must have normal color vision to accurately interpret navigational lights and color-sensitive system and safety displays
Will be required to be available for work on all major holidays
Per US Coast Guard regulations, must be a US Citizen or a Permanent Resident

Job Type:  Full Time

Salary: Base salary plus per trip rate and tips

Job Location:
Kailua-Kona, HI – Honokohau Harbor – TEMPORARY HOUSING AVAILABLE!!!

Required experience:
Required licenses or certifications:
MMC of at least 25 ton plus CPR/First Aid