Rugosa Lobster Tours (https://rugosalobstertours.com) is a unique, first-class Scenic Lobster Tour that provides our guests with an unforgettable experience. We employ team members who demonstrate a passion for the ocean, hospitality and dedication to company values and customer service. We are always looking for passionate people who will embrace our belief of hospitality, company growth and customer experience and will excel in a fast paced environment. Our commitment to teamwork, and integrity are indicative of the service we provide to our guests.
Rugosa Lobster Tours operates RUGOSA, a 20 passenger, 38' wooden lobster boat out of Kennebunkport, ME and invites applications for the position of USCG Certified Captain. Rugosa Lobster Tours seeks Captains to operate Rugosa on a 2-day per week basis May through October. Rugosa Lobster Tours offers guests an up close and personal scenic lobster tour. Along with multiple tours a day, we also provide private charter lobster tours throughout the summer.
The Captain is responsible for supervising the vessel and crew. The Captain is fully responsible of the safety of the ship’s passengers, and crew, as for the vessel itself. Responsible for maintaining a safe course, using standard navigation aids, such as compass, sextant, clock and radio fix. Steers vessel and operates electronic equipment, such as radio, sonic depth finder, and radar. Records daily activities in ship's log.
This position requires an extremely detail orientated person with a strong emphasis in safety, customer service and hospitality.
Due to the nature of this business this position is required to work a flexible schedule varying from morning, day, evening, overnight shifts and holidays.
The day-to-day responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Responsible for all operations aboard the vessel, including but not limited to navigation, safety and medical care of everyone aboard (both guests and crew), protection of environment in compliance with the company's policies, local authorities and International Maritime Law
- The Captain has a full authority to make executive decisions in order to preserve the life and safety of the ship's personnel and guest and must apply extreme care and proper judgement according to any given situation
- Ensures that the Staff is aware of all aspects of operations of the ship
- Fully responsible for crisis management and course of action in case of emergency
- Ensures that all ship's charts, documents, certifications are up to date and compliant with the company’s policies and local authorities requirements
- Makes sure that all safety equipment - lifeboats, life rafts, watertight doors, splash doors, fire doors, sprinkler systems etc. are in proper working condition
- Ensures that all new crew members are instructed regarding their emergency duties according to the cruise line safety policy
- Makes sure that the ship is seaworthy in all respects and prepared for the conditions anticipated for the voyage including correct trim and stability
- Supervises crew engaged in cleaning and maintenance
The requirements for this position include but are not limited to:
Knowledge and Skills
- Able to communicate in a friendly and professional manner with all customers, team members and management
- Knowledge of products, services and hours of operation
- Common boat handling skills
- Follow communication etiquette guidelines at all times
- Simple navigation knowledge
- Must be punctual
Physical Demands
- Ability to stand and exert well-paced ability
- Ability to work in an outdoor environment with various weather conditions regularly
- Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity
- Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment
Credentials and Experience
- Must have a USCG Captain's License!!
- Basic Safety Training / First Aid Training
- CPR Certified
- Previous boat handling experience
- 50 Ton Master Coast Guard License
- APCA (USCG) Mandatory Random Drug Testing Program
- Radio License
Experience:
- relevant: 1 year (Required)
- Lobstering (Desired)
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $60.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
