Senior Nav Mate Pilot - River & Coastal Navigation Lead

American Cruise Lines; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Simulator training

Travel and lodging provided

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate pilots to lead our U.S.-flag fleet. Nav Mates serve as senior shipboard watch officers responsible for safe vessel operations and professional leadership aboard vessels across inland and coastal routes.

Typical schedule features 6 weeks on/3 weeks off or 4 weeks on/4 weeks off. This is a full-time, exempt position with access to modern bridge simulators and advanced training, rewarding those who focus on safety, service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license with 100 GRT near coastal endorsement; 1,600 GRT+ preferred.
• TWIC credential required.
• Experience on coastal and river waterways: 2+ years; 5+ years preferred with Z-drive exposure.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.
• Pre-employment drug test and ongoing random testing.

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.
• Maintain logs, reports, and administrative records.
• Support hotel and culinary teams in delivering five-star guest service.

Skills

Coast Guard Master’s license

Near Coastal endorsement

GRT 100–1600

TWIC

Coastal and river experience

Team leadership

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate pilots to lead our U.S.-flag fleet. Nav Mates serve as senior shipboard watch officers responsible for safe vessel operations and professional leadership aboard vessels across inland and coastal routes.

Typical schedule features 6 weeks on/3 weeks off or 4 weeks on/4 weeks off. This is a full-time, exempt position with access to modern bridge simulators and advanced training, rewarding those who focus on safety, service and teamwork.