Senior Nav Mate Pilot: River & Coastal Piloting

American Cruise Lines; Old Saybrook (CT); On-site; USD 111,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Advanced simulator-based training

Travel, room and board, uniforms, and

Training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S.-flag fleet, cruising inland and coastal waterways across the East Coast, Alaska, Pacific Northwest, Great Lakes, and major rivers. Nav Mates are senior mariners, accountable for safe operations, regulatory compliance, and representing the company with professional leadership.

Our Nav Mates undergo rigorous simulator-based training and ongoing development, with competitive daily pay and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• U.S. Coast Guard Master License with Near Coastal endorsement (100 GRT preferred).
• TWIC card required.
• Coastal and river waterways experience: 2+ years, 5 years preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Pre-employment drug test and 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

Communication skills

Team-building

Ability to work long shifts

Education

USCG Master License: 100 GRT with Near Coastal endorsement

Tools

TWIC

Z-drive experience

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S.-flag fleet, cruising inland and coastal waterways across the East Coast, Alaska, Pacific Northwest, Great Lakes, and major rivers. Nav Mates are senior mariners, accountable for safe operations, regulatory compliance, and representing the company with professional leadership.

Our Nav Mates undergo rigorous simulator-based training and ongoing development, with competitive daily pay and comprehensive health benefits.