Senior Nav Mate Pilot – River & Coastal Waters

American Cruise Lines; Key Biscayne (FL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Simulator-based training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S. - flag fleet and ensure safe vessel operations across coastal, river, and inland waterways.

Nav Mates serve as senior watch officers, uphold regulatory standards, and represent the company with professional leadership aboard modern ships designed for guest service. The role includes a demanding schedule with six weeks on and three off (or four on/four off) during peak season, full-time exempt status, and access to advanced

Qualifications

• Coast Guard Master’s license with Near Coastal endorsement required.
• TWIC credential required.
• Coastal and river waterways experience: 2+ years, 5+ years preferred with Z-drive experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Pre-employment drug testing and ongoing random testing are required.

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

Education

U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license (100 GRT, Near Coastal endorsement)

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S. - flag fleet and ensure safe vessel operations across coastal, river, and inland waterways.

Nav Mates serve as senior watch officers, uphold regulatory standards, and represent the company with professional leadership aboard modern ships designed for guest service. The role includes a demanding schedule with six weeks on and three off (or four on/four off) during peak season, full-time exempt status, and access to advanced