About This Role
This role involves operating commercial touring charters as a USCG Master Captain, focusing on safety and providing an exciting environment for guests. The position suits a disciplined, organized, and punctual individual with strong time management skills and familiarity with Savannah waterways.
Responsibilities
- Fuel the boat
- Ice coolers
- Inventory supplies
- Check safety equipment
- Arrange the boat to receive guests
- Maintain a clean vessel
- Greet guests and escort them to the boat
- Keep an eye on guests and waterways to maintain safety
- Create an exciting and fun atmosphere
- Provide the best customer service available
- Anchor and beach the boat safely
- Clean the boat thoroughly
- Do a systems check to ensure everything is ready for the next charter
- Inventory supplies
- Store the boat properly and put on all covers
- Participate in quarterly training drills such as MOB, fire, and equipment failure
Requirements
- Licensed USCG Master Captain
- Safety-oriented, self-starter, extremely organized, disciplined, and punctual
- Strong time management skills
- Familiar with the waterways of Savannah and able to navigate safely
- Able to launch and trailer a boat
- Knowledge of commercial charter operations as it pertains to USCG regulations, inspections, and requirements
- Energetic and engaging communication skills with customers
- Able to think quickly to remedy situations and work in high-stress situations
- Minimum: USCG 25 Ton Master Captain's License Upon Inland Waters
- FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit
- First Aid / CPR Certification
- Medical Certificate
- Must be enrolled in a USCG approved drug consortium
- Have direct customer service experience
Nice to have:
- 1 year of captain or boating experience (Preferred)
Important Details
- Schedule: Operates 7 days a week during daylight hours; majority of charters on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; weekend availability is a must
- Employment type: Starts as part-time with a possibility of becoming full-time; schedules are flexible based on availability
Application Process
- Be available to work on Fridays, Saturdays, and/or Sundays all day during busy season (March-October)