Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required

Must currently possess 100 ton license with a satisfactory record

Minimum of five (5) years of marine experience-preferably to include two (2) years as a captain with an outstanding record

Detailed working knowledge of all ship’s systems and their proper maintenance: gangways, diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fire suppression, communications, and navigation

Must be able to operate vessel in accordance with all Coast Guard rules and procedures

Vessel handling and navigation knowledge required

Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form

Able to effectively deal with internal and external guests some of whom will require high levels of patience tact and diplomacy

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to analyze and solve problems

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities/tasks

Responsibilities

Captains ensure each guest is attended to in an appropriate manner ensuring consistently high levels of safety, quality, and service.

This includes thorough pre-cruise preparation, adherence to ferry routes, supervision of crew, proper piloting of vessel, adherence to all Coast Guard rules and regulations, and guest satisfaction

Ensure that staff and guests adhere to all safety standards and procedures

Participate in the execution of the Safety Program, including emergency drills

Participate in the proper maintenance of all ship’s systems and boarding facilities including but not limited to gangways, diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fire suppression, communications, and navigation

Ensure adherence to Coast Guard rules and regulations, and other federal and local rules and regulations

Ensure strict compliance to Emergency Response Plan

Execute other projects as assigned by management

Operations Team Management

Recruit non-exempt operations staff (crew) when necessary to fill vacant positions

Deliver training to new crew

Adhere to Company’s performance management guidelines for all discipline and termination situations

Develop strong teamwork within the staff

Oversee the implementation and execution of safety programs in accordance with Coast Guard regulations and established Company policies

Complete all shift records: checklist, logbook, payroll, and documentation of safety training

Ensure that incident reports are completed accurately and promptly

Execute collateral duties as assigned by Marine Management: uniforms, crew training, safety training, recruiting, and routine vessel maintenance

Attend all scheduled meetings

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:

Portsmouth, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Schedule:

 

10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

 

Portsmouth, VA 23704 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

 

Portsmouth, VA 23704: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person