River Pilot & Senior Navigator - Onboard Perks & Training

American Cruise Lines; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Simulator-based training

Travel, room & board covered

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S. - flag fleet. Nav Mates are senior shipboard watch officers responsible for safe vessel operations and representing the company as leaders onboard.

Nav Mates enjoy comfortable onboard accommodations and access to advanced simulator-based training. This full-time exempt role requires stringent safety standards and a passion for exceptional guest experiences aboard our vessels.

Qualifications

• U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license with Near Coastal endorsement (100 GRT) required; 1,600 GRT or greater preferred.
• TWIC credential required.
• Experience on coastal and river waterways: minimum 2 years, 5 years desired with Z-drive experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of passengers, crew, and vessel.
• Operate vessel in compliance with standards.
• Perform prudent maneuvering, docking, locking, and anchoring.
• Conduct daily inspections of all vessel spaces.
• Maintain logs, reports, and administrative records.
• Support hotel and culinary teams in delivering five-star guest service.

Skills

Coast Guard Master’s license

TWIC

Coastal & river waterways experience

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S. - flag fleet. Nav Mates are senior shipboard watch officers responsible for safe vessel operations and representing the company as leaders onboard.

Nav Mates enjoy comfortable onboard accommodations and access to advanced simulator-based training. This full-time exempt role requires stringent safety standards and a passion for exceptional guest experiences aboard our vessels.