City Experiences is seeking a Captain for our HMS Ferries operation in Oklahoma City.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.

About the Opportunity:

The Captain directs the vessel’s activities and operates the vessel safely and efficiently while supervising onboard employees. This position ensures compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies; conducts vessel inspections; and completes logs and reports, all while directly supervising Deckhand(s) onboard the vessel. The Captain also provides a high level of customer service often including a guided tour of the river.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Remain true to and champion the Company’s Core Values and Code of Conduct.
• Safety First – Safety shall remain the highest priority at all times. Be an active advocate of, and participant in, the HMS Safety Culture.
• Consider reliability and efficiency with regard to Company operations.
• Responsible for the overall safety and security of the vessel.
• Conduct onboard training and routine drills.
• Inspect vessel as per company policy.
• Ensure safety equipment is available and in proper working order and that all personnel have proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ensure all chemicals and other types of hazardous or caustic materials have Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and are properly handled, stored, and disposed of (as required).
• Document any and all safety related concerns and initiate corrective actions.
• Direct the vessel’s activities – operate the vessel with the safety of passengers and crew foremost in mind.
• Supervise onboard crewmembers
• Articulate HMS Values to employees on regular basis and ensure understanding and adherence of HMS policies and procedures.
• Ensure required crew training is provided and documented.
• Oversee refreshments provided to passengers and guests, including alcoholic beverages.
• Seek the highest levels of quality and professionalism from crewmembers.
• Work to achieve the highest levels of performance and productivity from crewmembers.
• Responsible for operational readiness of the vessel, including safety, mechanical, and aesthetic aspects.
• Represent the operation and promotions to the public, community groups, and various agencies.
• Provide a high level of customer service including a guided tour of the river when appropriate.
• Present professional level of service and appearance to all clients.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Licensed Master for motor vessels of 25 gross tons or more by the USCG
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification, and/or ability to obtain and maintain
• Obtain and maintain certification for alcohol service after training completion
• Valid Driver’s License
• Copy of DD214, if Veteran status
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to train, mentor, coach, and counsel employees
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively interact with the public
• Possess and demonstrate superior judgment and performance under pressure
• Set and achieve high standards of performance.
• Basic computer skills
• Familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Salary: $25/hour

About Us:

City Experiences’ passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25 brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

The RESPECT Service System embodies City Experiences’ mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

City Experiences is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additional, City Experiences participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

We encourage qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply.