Part Time Captain | City Cruises DC

Hornblower Corp; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp. seeks an experienced Vessel Captain to oversee safe operation and navigation of a Coast Guard-inspected passenger vessel. You will supervise crew, ensure proper manning per COI, and enforce safety and company policies.

Responsibilities include training crew, maintaining logs, conducting drills, and coordinating with management on security and emergency procedures. Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 100-TON Master Inland or above License.
• TWIC, First Aid/CPR.
• Marine Radio Operator Permit.
• Detail oriented with strong situational awareness.
• Radar and navigation skills are essential.
• Strong focus on safety and teamwork.
• Customer service, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe and efficient operation and navigation of the vessel in all weather.
• Man the vessel as onboard manager and representative of the company.
• Ensure vessel is properly manned per COI and maintain passenger counts.
• Train crew and ensure compliance with USCG and other regulations.
• Report accidents or incidents promptly using approved forms.
• Maintain vessel appearance and cleanliness.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical and safety systems.
• Document maintenance in Wheel-House Software.
• Conduct safety drills as required by USCG and policy.
• Lead daily briefings and ensure shift logs are updated.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and Coast Guard regulations.
• Coordinate with management on security, emergency plans, and drills.
• Accommodate flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Detail oriented

Radar & navigation

Safety & teamwork

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Microsoft Office

Written & verbal communication

Appearance standards

Availability nights/weekends/holidays

Tools

Microsoft Office Suites

Job description

Position Summary:

The captain is responsible for the saft operation, maintenance, and overall condition of the vessel and the safety of all aboard. The captain is the supervisor of the vessel crew. The captain directs the crew on a day-to-day basis and must meet and maintain the minimum qualification requirements of the company and all regulatory agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The captain is the company’s onboard manager and representative.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and navigation, in all weather conditions, of the vessel as well as the safety of all people on board.
• Ensure that the vessel is properly manned in accordance with the vessel’s COI and that accurate passenger counts are conducted and recorded.
• Responsible for the training of the vessel crew and adherence to all applicable United States Coast Guard, Federal and State laws, including Company policies and procedures. Evaluate the capabilities and performance of each crew member, and keep the Operations Manager informed.
• Responsible to immediately reporting any accident, incident, or unusual occurrence, by the quickest available means, to the appropriate manager. The captain must also ensure that the company’s Accident/Incident/Unusual Occurrence forms and/or USCG Form 2692is filled out in an accurate, clear, concise, complete, and timely manner.
• Responsible for the appearance and cleanliness of the vessel.
• Performing specified preventative maintenance, including but not limited to gangways, diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, water (potable, raw, black, and gray), fire suppression, communications, and navigation.
• Ensure periodic engine room inspections are conducted while underway.
• Document and report maintenance activities and deficiencies in the company’s Wheel-House Software.
• Must be conversant with the vessels Security Plan to ensure that security drills are conducted and recorded as required by company policy and logged in a timely manner.
• Conduct Safety Drills as required by USCG regulations and as may be outlined by Company Policy.
• Responsible for conducting daily job briefings at the beginning and end of the shift. The completion of the job briefing must be acknowledged and logged in the vessel’s logbook.
• Responsible for the conduct of all crew to ensure that all company policies are being adhered to.
• Ensure adherence to Coast Guard rules and regulations, and other federal and local rules and regulations.
• Ensure strict compliance with Emergency Response Plan.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Minimum 100-TON Master Inland or above License
• TWIC, First Aid/CPR.
• Marine Radio Operator Permit
• Detail Oriented / situational awareness
• Strong Radar / Navigation skills
• Strong focus on safety and teamwork
• Strong customer service, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain a high level of organization, detailed oriented and meet deadlines.
• Handle multiple tasks/projects at one time.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by job responsibility.
• Listen effectively, assess the situation, determine relevant issues, & suggest solutions.
• Have a working knowledge of computer skills, including but not limited to proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Must be able to effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to coworkers and guests.
• Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards.
• Will be required to be available for work nights, weekends and on all major holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work onboard a moving vessel in varying weather and sea conditions, including maintaining balance and stability while underway.
  
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, frequently throughout a shift.
  
• Ability to navigate stairs, ladders, narrow passageways, and confined spaces commonly found onboard vessels.
  
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull supplies, equipment, and inventory weighing up to 40 pounds independently.
  
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, and perform repetitive motions as required in food service and hospitality operations.
  
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively during normal operations, guest service situations, and emergency procedures.
  
• Ability to safely work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to moving equipment, wet surfaces, temperature variations, and moderate noise levels.
  
• Ability to visually inspect service areas, food presentation, cleanliness standards, and safety conditions.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, crew members, and management in person and via radio or other communication devices.
  
• Successfully complete vessel-specific safety and emergency training.
  
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as operational needs require.

Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily onboard a Coast Guard-inspected passenger vessel, with duties split between dining, service, storage, galley-adjacent, and administrative areas.
  
• Position requires regular movement throughout multiple decks and may involve occasional exposure to outdoor marine environments, including heat, humidity, rain, wind, and sunlight.
  
• Must be able to safely perform duties while the vessel is docked or underway.

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