Honolulu Water Taxi Captain - Safe, Passenger-First

P & R WATER TAXI LLC; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

P & R WATER TAXI LLC in Honolulu, HI, seeks a full-time Captain to safely and efficiently operate company vessels along coastal routes. You will perform pre- and post-voyage inspections, monitor weather and sea conditions, and ensure regulatory compliance.

You'll oversee passenger boarding, provide safety briefings, maintain logs, and coordinate with shore-side staff. Ideal candidates hold a U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s license, CPR/First Aid, and proven experience in passenger vessel operations.

Qualifications

• Strong maritime knowledge for vessel handling and local waters around Honolulu.
• Commitment to safety with familiarity of USCG regulations.
• Excellent customer service and professional communication with guests.
• Ability to operate on-site in varying weather and sea conditions.
• Valid USCG Captain’s license appropriate to vessel size and operation.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain before start.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and reliability with procedures.
• Experience in passenger vessel or water taxi operations is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Navigate assigned routes and monitor weather/sea conditions.
• Conduct pre- and post-voyage inspections and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Oversee passenger boarding/disembarkation and provide safety briefings.
• Maintain logs and records; coordinate with shore-side personnel.
• Supervise crew members when applicable and address operational issues promptly.

Skills

Maritime knowledge

Safety procedures

Customer service

Weather monitoring

Crew supervision

Communication

Navigation

CPR/First Aid

Passenger vessel operations

Education

Coast Guard Captain’s license

Job description

P & R WATER TAXI LLC in Honolulu, HI, seeks a full-time Captain to safely and efficiently operate company vessels along coastal routes. You will perform pre- and post-voyage inspections, monitor weather and sea conditions, and ensure regulatory compliance.

You'll oversee passenger boarding, provide safety briefings, maintain logs, and coordinate with shore-side staff. Ideal candidates hold a U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s license, CPR/First Aid, and proven experience in passenger vessel operations.