Master Captain - Inland & Coastal Voyages

American Cruise Lines; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 166,000 - 258,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Travel expenses covered

Room and board

Uniforms

Training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Captains to lead our U.S. flag fleet on inland and coastal waterways, including the East Coast, Alaska, and Great Lakes. Captains ensure safe operations, uphold standards, and represent the company with professionalism to guests and crews.

We offer extensive simulator-based training, onboard accommodations, meals, and opportunities to advance in a values-driven culture of optimism and merit.

Qualifications

• U.S. Coast Guard Master's license with Near Coastal endorsement; 100 GRT minimum (1600 GRT preferred).
• TWIC credential.
• Captain experience on coastal and river waterways: 2+ years; 5+ years preferred; Z-drive a plus.
• Strong communication and team-building abilities.
• Pre-employment drug test and ongoing random testing.
• Great Lakes route familiarity: St. Lawrence Seaway, Welland Canal, Great Lakes ports.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of passengers, crew, and vessel.
• Operate the vessel in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Execute prudent maneuvering, docking, locking, and anchoring.
• Conduct daily inspections of all vessel spaces.
• Supervise, lead, and develop deck officers.
• Oversee Shipboard Engineer.
• Coordinate major engineering repairs with port engineers.
• Support hotel and culinary teams in delivering five-star guest service.
• Maintain logs, reports, and administrative records.
• Provide visible leadership through announcements, rounds, and guest interaction.

Skills

Coast Guard Master license

TWIC

Coastal & river vessel experience

Communication & teamwork

Drug testing

Great Lakes route familiarity

Physical ability

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Captains to lead our U.S. flag fleet on inland and coastal waterways, including the East Coast, Alaska, and Great Lakes. Captains ensure safe operations, uphold standards, and represent the company with professionalism to guests and crews.

We offer extensive simulator-based training, onboard accommodations, meals, and opportunities to advance in a values-driven culture of optimism and merit.