Senior Nav Mate Pilot — River & Coastal Waters

American Cruise Lines; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Simulator-based training

Travel, room and board, uniforms, and

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S.-flag fleet, navigating inland and coastal waterways and regions including the East Coast, Alaska, Pacific Northwest, Great Lakes, and major rivers. Nav Mates are senior watch officers ensuring safe vessel operations and representing the company with professional leadership.

Nav Mates enjoy onboard accommodations, meals, and access to advanced simulator-based training to sharpen decision-making and piloting skills.

Qualifications

• U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license: minimum 100 GRT with Near Coastal endorsement; 1,600 GRT or greater preferred.
• TWIC credential.
• Coastal and river waterways experience: minimum 2 years, 5 years preferred; Z-drive experience.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.
• Pre-employment drug test and ongoing random testing.
• Ability to live and work aboard for extended periods.

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

Excellent communication

Team-building

Ability to work long hours

Education

U.S. Coast Guard Master License

Tools

Z-drive experience

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S.-flag fleet, navigating inland and coastal waterways and regions including the East Coast, Alaska, Pacific Northwest, Great Lakes, and major rivers. Nav Mates are senior watch officers ensuring safe vessel operations and representing the company with professional leadership.

Nav Mates enjoy onboard accommodations, meals, and access to advanced simulator-based training to sharpen decision-making and piloting skills.