Ferry Captain: Safe Operations & Stellar Guest Service

Guest Services; Orange City (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Guest Services in Florida seeks a captain to direct ferry operations, ensuring safety and compliance with USCG rules. You will manage training, drills, and onboard customer service, acting as primary liaison with authorities while coordinating docking, passenger embarkation, and vessel maintenance.

Must hold a current USCG license and TWIC, with dock/marina experience preferred. Ability to handle heavy workloads in varying weather and maintain logs is essential.

Qualifications

• Current and valid USCG License and valid TWIC card required.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Previous dock/marina experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation, cleaning, and general up keep of a passenger vessel.
• Safe vessel tie up to docks, piers, ships and moorings;
• Positive communication with client crew;
• Passenger embarkation/debarkation safety and operation;
• Repair and modification of related equipment such as pumps, lines, hoses;
• Grease, lube, and maintenance of the marine systems;
• Maintain accurate logs and records;
• Interacts with customers and management in a professional manner;
• Dock hand work as well as supporting non-motorized waterfront operations.

Job description

Guest Services in Florida seeks a captain to direct ferry operations, ensuring safety and compliance with USCG rules. You will manage training, drills, and onboard customer service, acting as primary liaison with authorities while coordinating docking, passenger embarkation, and vessel maintenance.

Must hold a current USCG license and TWIC, with dock/marina experience preferred. Ability to handle heavy workloads in varying weather and maintain logs is essential.