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Captain - Great Lakes

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $30.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive salary
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
matching 401(k) plan
world class training
Covered expenses

Job Description

American Cruise Lines is a distinguished cruise line company specializing in U.S. flag vessels that navigate some of the most scenic and historically rich waterways across the United States. Their fleet sails unique itineraries along inland and coastal waterways of the East Coast, Pacific Northwest, Columbia-Snake Rivers, Great Lakes, and Mississippi-Ohio-Cumberland-Tennessee-Arkansas Rivers. As a prominent operator in the cruise industry, American Cruise Lines is committed to delivering exceptional five-star guest experiences aboard their state-of-the-art vessels, each designed for both safe operation and maximum comfort for 100-200 guests onboard. They pride themselves on offering an enriching cultural and historical journey, sharing... Show More

Job Requirements

  • U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license with minimum tonnage
  • valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential
  • minimum 2 years captain experience on coastal and river waterways
  • ability to perform prudent vessel maneuvering and docking
  • strong leadership and communication skills
  • willingness to comply with pre-employment and random drug testing

Job Qualifications

  • U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license: minimum 100T, desired 1600T or greater
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • captain experience on coastal and river waterways: min 2yrs, desired 5yrs with Z-drive experience
  • excellent communication skills and team-building skills
  • pre-employment drug test and continual participation in random testing

Job Duties

  • Safety and security of the passengers, crew and vessel
  • safe vessel operations, adhering to company and regulatory standards
  • prudent vessel maneuvering, docking, undocking and anchoring
  • comprehensive daily inspection of all vessel interior and exterior spaces
  • supervision and development of mates, engineers, and deckhands
  • oversight of hotel officers and service crew ensuring five-star guest service
  • captain hospitality greetings at the gangway, guest safety announcements, and special dinner events
  • administrative log keeping, reports, and communications
  • leadership of safe, secure, clean, and comfortable onboard environment for passengers and crew
  • typical March-November season: 6 weeks on / 3 weeks off or 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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