Seasonal Launch Captain

POSITION DESCRIPTION
MUST HAVE USCG LICENSE
TITLE: SEASONAL LAUNCH CAPTAIN Port of New Bedford
REPORTS TO: MARINA MANAGER
COMPENSATION: HOURLY
SEASON: FROM LATE APRIL TO OCTOBER

Looking for a captain with an exceptionally friendly demeanor who loves working with the public on the water and wants to showcase New Bedford to the world.
1. Function: Responsible for the safe operation of a 9 passenger launch throughout New Bedford Harbor, providing exceptional customer service, assisting boaters and maintaining a tour guide like environment with guests and passengers.
2. Specific Duties:
a. The safe operation of launch and pump out boat in New Bedford Harbor
b. Monitor a VHF radio and cell phone
c. Provide highest level of customer service and information
d. Assist transient boaters with reservations and mooring assignments
e. Assist dock attendants at Pope’s Island Marina when not operating launch
f. Required to run pump-out vessel on occasion
g. Keep boats clean at all times
h. Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays
i. Perform other duties as assigned
j. Must wear uniforms as provided
3. Skills & Knowledge:
a. Licensed boat operator (USCG Launch License)
b. Skilled boater
c. Pass a background check and a drug test
d. Excellent customer service skills
e. Professional appearance, strong communication skills and display strong work ethic
f. Display acceptable attendance and punctuality
g. Ability to multi-task and operate a VHF radio and cell phone
h. Ability to work constructively and positively with fellow employees
i. Knowledge of New Bedford Harbor, Downtown New Bedford, and Fairhaven helpful.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Captain's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New Bedford, MA 02740: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person