Launch Driver

Job Description

Position: Launch Driver

Reports to: Dockmasters

Reporting Responsibilities: None

Job Summary: Lyman-Morse Launch Drivers are responsible for the safe transportation of passengers to and from Lyman-Morse facilities. The launch driver must continually enforce safety protocols, check weather conditions, and maintain situational awareness to ensure passenger safety. In addition, the launch driver maintains a “watchful” eye regarding the status of the inner and outer harbor as well as the mooring field.

Key Responsibilities

• The safe operation of launches and transportation of customers
• Monitor and effectively communicate using a VHF radio
• Keep USCG credentials current and carry them while working
• When possible, help customers locate moorings, harbor floats, etc.
• Provide the highest level of customer service
• Assist dock staff when not operating launch
• Keep launch clean at all times
• Perform safety checks of launch tender
• Notify Dock Master of operational issues with the launch
• Must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays
• Maintain “situational awareness” and be a good harbor steward
• Report occupancy of moorings and harbor floats to Dock Master
• Must wear clean and neat uniforms
• Collect and record fees for launch rides
• Maintain a passenger log
• Other duties as assigned by the Dock Master

Required Educational Experience:

• USCG Master’s or Limited Master License
• Previous launch driving experience preferred

Other Requirements:

• Pass a USCG drug test and be a participant in the random drug pool
• Must have the ability to swim for safety reasons

Computer Skills – Ability to enter time on a computer

Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents, reports and memos; to compose, read and reply to e-mails. Ability to speak clearly and concisely with customers and staff.

Reasoning Skills - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral or written form. Ability to deal with problems involving multiple variables in real time.

Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in various units of measures, using whole numbers, fractions, pounds, metric weights, dollars, etc.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this position. Launch drivers must be able to stand for extended periods and work in varying outdoor weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle, type or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and typical of an office environment. The employee should expect to spend considerable time outside and on the water.