Seasonal Jitney Captain: Safe Waterfront Operator

Lake Roosevelt Adventures; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Guest Services, Inc. is hiring a seasonal Jitney Captain for the Wharf Ferry in Washington, DC. The role operates a 22-foot Duffy Electric Sun Cruiser, running Thursdays through Sundays and daily on the jitney depending on schedules.

Responsibilities include safe vessel operation, training and drills, maintaining logs, and ensuring USCG compliance while delivering high-quality customer service. This is a part-time seasonal position requiring a current NISBLA certificate.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate a 22‑foot vessel safely in all weather conditions.
• Previous dock/marina experience preferred.
• Current NISBLA certificate required.
• Strong customer service and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate the jitney vessel according to the published schedule.
• Ensure passenger embarkation/debarkation safety and vessel operations.
• Maintain vessel logs and records; perform routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Coordinate with management and USCG as needed to ensure compliance.

Skills

Boat handling

Customer service

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

NISBLA certificate

Tools

Boat equipment

Job description

Guest Services, Inc. is hiring a seasonal Jitney Captain for the Wharf Ferry in Washington, DC. The role operates a 22-foot Duffy Electric Sun Cruiser, running Thursdays through Sundays and daily on the jitney depending on schedules.

Responsibilities include safe vessel operation, training and drills, maintaining logs, and ensuring USCG compliance while delivering high-quality customer service. This is a part-time seasonal position requiring a current NISBLA certificate.