Ferry Boat Captain: Safe Navigation & Guest Service

Flagship Cruises & Events; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Flagship Cruises & Events in San Diego is seeking a Captain to maintain full command for safe operation, navigation, and management of the vessel, passengers, and crew while delivering exceptional guest service in a dynamic hospitality setting.

You will lead safety procedures, drills, crew training, and pre-departure inspections; adapt to weather and traffic, and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment and ongoing random drug and alcohol screenings.
• MMC with ≥25/50/100 GT or higher and satisfactory record.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and major holidays.
• TWIC required.
• Team player with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain full command and responsibility for safe operation, navigation, and management of the vessel, passengers, and crew.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
• Safely navigate, dock, undock, and maneuver the vessel in varying weather, traffic, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in the execution of all safety procedures, including emergency drills for all crew and passengers.
• Ongoing crew management, training & drilling adhering to all applicable United States Coast Guard, Federal, and State laws.
• Conduct pre-departure inspections to ensure vessel readiness, safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency.
• Provide training to new and existing Captains and Deckhands.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Teamwork

Emergency procedures

Education

Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) - 25 GT/50 GT/100 GT or higher

TWIC

CPR Certification

Job description

Flagship Cruises & Events in San Diego is seeking a Captain to maintain full command for safe operation, navigation, and management of the vessel, passengers, and crew while delivering exceptional guest service in a dynamic hospitality setting.

You will lead safety procedures, drills, crew training, and pre-departure inspections; adapt to weather and traffic, and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.