Boat Mate

Clearwater-Marine-Aquarium; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is seeking a part-time Boat Mate in Clearwater, FL. The role requires weekends and is on-site. You will be the captain's right hand, ensuring passenger safety, conducting safety demonstrations, and assisting with embarkation and debarkation.

Essential tasks include maintaining vessel readiness, fuel/water/waste checks, safety equipment, and annual inspections, with duties also covering documentation, and aiding in emergency procedures and docking when needed.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of operation and maintenance of small passenger vessels.
• Demonstrated ability to tie basic nautical knots.
• Demonstrated ability in the operation of small passenger vessels.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vessel readiness and safety equipment.
• Conduct safety demonstrations for passengers.
• Assist in embarkation and debarkation of passengers.
• Assist with docking and securing vessel.

Skills

Nautical knowledge

Vessel operation

Safety demonstrations

Passenger assistance

Education

HS diploma

Drug testing program enrollment

Job description

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Boat Mate

Part Time Clearwater, FL, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1108

This position requires weekends

POSITION TITLE: Boat Mate

REPORTS TO: Captain/ Lead Captain

EXEMPT OR NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: On-Site

PERCENTAGE OF FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT: Part time or part time seasonal

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:

The first mate is the right hand man of the captain, required to meet all requests of the captain and advise him when requested regarding all matters pertaining to the vessel and passengers. The Mate must take direction from the captain and communicate any information from him to the passengers when necessary or directed. He/she is there to ensure the safety of the passenger by conducting safety demonstrations and to assist in emergencies.

The mate is also responsible for maintenance tasks as directed by the lead or assigned captain of the vessel. He/she must ensure the vessel is ship shape, cleaned and ready to go. They are to assist passengers with embarkation and debarkation with departures and arrivals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensuring maintenance and operation of the vessels General readiness of CMA vessels including:
• Fuel, water, waste
• Safety equipment
• Scheduling of periodic maintenance
• Scheduling of annual USCG inspections
• Ensuring all proper and current Documentation including placards, manuals, Charts, Lightlists, Radio Station License, etc. are on board
• Any other documentation that is required of a Small Passenger Vessel
• Will have the capability to make safety announcements and/or safety demonstrations on each trip and know the location and operation of safety devices.
• Ability to perform successfully Emergency procedures, man overboard, fire and abandon ship drills every 90 days on each vessels.
• Assist with docking a vessel and properly securing the vessel to the dock or pier.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Enrolled in CMA Random Drug Testing Program.
• General knowledge of the operation and maintenance of small passenger vessels.
• Demonstrated ability to tie basic nautical knots.
• Demonstrated ability in the operation of small passenger vessels.
• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  
  • Lift up to 50lbs to waist level - Moderate Frequency
  • Lift up to 20lbs to shoulders and above head - Moderate Frequency
  • Walk/stand for long periods of time - Moderate Frequency
  • Maneuver safely on uneven terrain or in tight spaces - Moderate Frequency
  • Safely climb ladders when needed - Moderate Frequency
  • Squat, bend, kneel, twist and reach - Moderate Frequency
  • Reach above the shoulders - Moderate Frequency
  • Push and pull larger equipment - Moderate Frequency
  • Work outdoors in all weather conditions and adapt to changing weather - Frequently
  • Work indoors, under cover without air conditioning or heat - Frequently

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium reserves the right to revise job descriptions or work hours as required.

All job requirements are subject to change to reflect the evolving position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Clearwater Marine Aquarium participates in E-Verify, please view the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Notice of Right to Work .