Vessel Operations - Water Taxi Captain
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: Starting at $20+ per hour
Summary | Are you a new Captain with a 50-ton or higher license and looking for a career change or point-of-entry in a booming industry? Are you a retired Captain and looking for supplemental income with a company that is accommodating to your schedule? Do you "follow the sun" on your own boat and need an east coast stop and a part-time job? You may have found it with the Baltimore Water Taxi! We are looking for qualified candidates to fulfill the role of a "Captain" on board a Water Taxi.
What does a Water Taxi Captain do?
A Water Taxi Captain is a senior navigational officer and front-line representative whose primary responsibility is the safety of their assigned vessel, crew, and embarked/ing passengers. The Captain has the secondary responsibility of managing embarked crew and ensuring customers have a positive experience.
Will I be eligible for benefits?
Yes. Part-Time employees will receive Sick Leave, and Full-Time employees will receive PTO. After your first year, employees will be eligible for Medical, Dental, and 401(k) benefits.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES | Include but are not limited to the following:
Responsibility for the safety of passengers and adherence to the sailing schedule
Operate his/her vessel at speeds consistent with safety, prevailing conditions, and posted limits
Exercise sound judgment and prudent seamanship at all times
Follow proper policies and procedures for start-up, operations, and shutdown, paying close attention to adverse weather conditions present/forecasted in the operating area
Responsibility for participating, logging, and completing mandated crew drills/training sessions
Maintain exceptional familiarity with the handling characteristics, policies, and procedures of each vessel in the BWT fleet with a focus on safety
Conduct frequent and detailed checks of operational, structural, and navigational equipment before, during, and after operations
Direct responsibility for the conduct of the crew under their command with a focus on safety, security, appearance, customer service, and brand representation
Responsibility for performing and overseeing daily preventative maintenance
Perform other duties as assigned by management
TEAM DEVELOPMENT/LEADERSHIP
PROMOTE a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality
DRIVE innovation throughout the Crew
MENTOR & DEVELOP Crew using a supportive and collaborative approach through the monitoring of performance and issuing of relative and actionable feedback
Ensure COMPLIANCE with relevant regulations pertaining to maritime transportation and personnel safety (such as OSHA, USCG, and DOT rules and regulations in the United States)
REQUIREMENTS | The Captain must:
Possess United States Coast Guard License to operate passenger vessels of 50+ Gross Registered Tons on Inland Waters
Possess a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credentials)
Consent to random drug and alcohol screenings and security/background checks
Possess a valid First Aid/CPR certification
Be willing to work flexible hours as required by the schedule or as directed by management
Possess excellent interpersonal skills, a neat and clean appearance, and a willingness to follow instructions
Be able to tread water for at least 5 minute
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
REQUIREMENTS | The Captain must:
Possess a valid drivers license
Have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and come to valid conclusions
Be physically able, without assistance, to lift at least a 40-lb load off the ground, and to carry, push, or pull the sam
QUALIFICATIONS:
Passion for a mission to create nautical mini-adventures that uniquely connect the charms of the city
Minimum 2 years of commercial passenger vessel operations
Demonstrated an understanding of for-profit management; experience in a maritime transportation context
Inspiring leadership skills, including demonstrated experience in building and leading high-performing teams in a competitive environment
Excellent communication skills with an emphasis on conflict de-escalation
Ability to be effective working independently as well as collaboratively with diverse teams; ability to adapt effectively to a changing work environment
An excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills
COMPETENCIES:
Commercial Maritime Operations
Communication Proficiency
Ethical Conduct
Leadership
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Problem Solving/Analysis
Strategic Thinking
Technical Capacity
Public Speaking
Customer Service
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK | Full-time, part-time, and seasonal work available; evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand
REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE | United States Coast Guard License; High school diploma with at least 2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
EXPERIENCE | Operating Commercial Passenger Vessels of 50+ Gross Registered Tons; Maritime Transportation; Small Business; Customer Service
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY | This position is responsible for the direct leadership of all crewmembers embarked and/or in support of the vessels under the Captains command
PAY | We use a pay scale with the first-year rate for licensed Captains with little to no commercial passenger experience at $20 per hour. For those Captains who possess commercial passenger experience, we are willing to negotiate a higher starting rate. We define "experience" as 3 years of operating a commercial passenger vessel(s).