USCG Licensed Captain -Whale Watching

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Job summary

Holland America-Princess in Juneau seeks a USCG Licensed Captain to lead whale watching tours in the Pacific. You will supervise deckhands, perform safety briefings, and maintain logs, working in inclement weather with CPR/First Aid, USCG License, FCC Radio Operators License, and drug testing requirements.

The role emphasizes vessel operation, safety compliance, daily upkeep, and delivering engaging narratives about local flora, fauna and history to guests.

Qualifications

• USCG Captain license required.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• FCC Radio Operators License required.
• Pre-employment drug testing and enrollment in random testing pool.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-trip safety briefing and operate a safe whale watching tour.
• Accurate completion of vessel and maintenance logs.
• Understand and comply with safety and operational policies and permits.

Skills

USCG Captain

Deck supervision

Safety briefing

Job description

Marine

USCG Licensed Captain -Whale Watching

$30.00 / hour

Juneau

Utilize oceanographic knowledge to determine the best route to lead guests on a Whale Watching tour in the Pacific Ocean!

You shall perform all duties associated with the position of USCG Licensed Captain and the operation of company vessels. You will supervise deckhands. You should be in good physical condition and prepared to work in inclement weather. Current CPR/First Aid certification, USCG License, FCC Radio Operators License, pre-employment drug testing and enrollment in a random testing pool required.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

Providing pre-trip safety briefing for the guests & operation of a safe tour

Accurate completion of administrative paperwork, vessel & maintenance logs

Understanding and compliance with company safety & operational policies and adherence to applicable permits, laws and regulations

Daily cleaning and maintenance of equipment & vessel to a standard compliant with US Coast Guard criteria

Learning the information necessary to deliver an entertaining and informed narrative during the tour including flora, fauna, and natural history of the area

Creating a positive, professional culture and work environment

Understanding and compliance with company safety & operational policies

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