What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boat Captain - Odyssey & Spirit of Boston position at City Experiences?
Boston Harbor City Cruises is seeking Captains for our Odyssey & Spirit Dining Vessels in Boston, MA.
Salary Range: $25-$27/hour
About You:
This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.
About the Opportunity:
The successful Captain is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and overall command of the vessel in addition to the safety of all aboard. The Captain is the supervisor of the vessel and directs the efforts of the crew and must meet and maintain the minimum qualification requirements of the company and all regulatory agencies. The Captain must adhere to all USCG regulations and stay current with all required drills & inspections onboard the vessel.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Safe, and proper boat handling of ‘twin-screw’ vessels ranging from 120’ up to 192’ feet, while adhering to all Coast Guard rules and regulations.
- Ongoing crew management, training, and drilling.
- Strong focus on safety, and the ability to communicate best practices to passengers and crew by conducting ongoing safety drills as required.
- Strong focus on customer service.
- Vessel maintenance including, but not limited to aesthetics, plumbing, electrical, water (potable, raw, black, and gray) fire suppression, communications, and navigation systems.
- Additional job duties as assigned.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Current valid 100-ton Inland license.
- 5 years marine experience preferred, with two years as captain with an outstanding record.
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential “TWIC”.
- FCC Radio Operators Permit.
- Current First-aid/CPR.
- Strong customer service, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- Maintain a high level of organization, detailed oriented and meet deadlines.
- Handle multiple tasks/projects at one time.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by job responsibility.
- Listen effectively, assess the situation, determine relevant issues, & suggest solutions.
- Have a working knowledge of computer skills, including but not limited to proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.
- Must be able to effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to coworkers and
- Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards.
- Will be required to be available for work nights, weekends and on all major holidays.
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.
EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and 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 status, 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. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
Salary : $25 - $27
