Senior Nav Mate Pilot — River & Coastal Waters

American Cruise Lines; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Bridge simulator training

Travel, room and board coverage

Uniforms

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S.-flag fleet, navigating inland and coastal waterways across the East Coast, Alaska, Pacific Northwest, Great Lakes, and major rivers.

Nav Mates are senior shipboard watch officers responsible for safe vessel operations and professional leadership, representing the company to guests and crews aboard our vessels. We offer on-board accommodations, meals, and simulator-based training to develop advanced piloting skills.

Qualifications

• USCG Master License (100 GRT) with Near Coastal endorsement; 1,600 GRT or greater preferred.
• TWIC credential required.
• Coastal and river waterways experience: 2+ years, 5+ preferred; Z-drive experience desired.
• 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

Excellent communication

Team-building

Education

USCG Master License 100 GRT Near Coastal

TWIC

Tools

Bridge simulator

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Nav Mate Pilots to lead our U.S.-flag fleet, navigating inland and coastal waterways across the East Coast, Alaska, Pacific Northwest, Great Lakes, and major rivers.

Nav Mates are senior shipboard watch officers responsible for safe vessel operations and professional leadership, representing the company to guests and crews aboard our vessels. We offer on-board accommodations, meals, and simulator-based training to develop advanced piloting skills.