Vessel Operations

Summary | Are you a new Captain with a 50-ton or higher license and looking for a career change or point-of-entry in a booming industry? Are you a retired Captain and looking for supplemental income with a company that is accommodating to your schedule? Do you "follow the sun" on your own boat and need an east coast stop and a part-time job? You may have found it with the Baltimore Water Taxi We are looking for qualified candidates to fulfill the role of a "Captain" on board a Water Taxi.

What does a Water Taxi Captain do?

A Water Taxi Captain is a senior navigational officer and front-line representative whose primary responsibility is the safety of their assigned vessel, crew, and embarked/ing passengers. The Captain has the secondary responsibility of managing embarked crew and ensuring customers have a positive experience.

Will I be eligible for benefits?

Yes. Part-Time employees will receive Sick Leave, and Full-Time employees will receive PTO. After your first year, employees will be eligible for Medical, Dental, and 401(k) benefits.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES | Include but are not limited to the following:

• Responsibility for the safety of passengers and adherence to the sailing schedule
• Operate his/her vessel at speeds consistent with safety, prevailing conditions, and posted limits
• Exercise sound judgment and prudent seamanship at all times
• Follow proper policies and procedures for start-up, operations, and shutdown, paying close attention to adverse weather conditions present/forecasted in the operating area
• Responsibility for participating, logging, and completing mandated crew drills/training sessions
• Maintain exceptional familiarity with the handling characteristics, policies, and procedures of each vessel in the BWT fleet with a focus on safety
• Conduct frequent and detailed checks of operational, structural, and navigational equipment before, during, and after operations
• Direct responsibility for the conduct of the crew under their command with a focus on safety, security, appearance, customer service, and brand representation
• Responsibility for performing and overseeing daily preventative maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

TEAM DEVELOPMENT/LEADERSHIP

• PROMOTE a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality
• DRIVE innovation throughout the Crew
• MENTOR & DEVELOP Crew using a supportive and collaborative approach through the monitoring of performance and issuing of relative and actionable feedback
• Ensure COMPLIANCE with relevant regulations pertaining to maritime transportation and personnel safety (such as OSHA, USCG, and DOT rules and regulations in the United States)

REQUIREMENTS | The Captain must:

• Possess United States Coast Guard License to operate passenger vessels of 50+ Gross Registered Tons on Inland Waters
• Possess a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credentials)
• Consent to random drug and alcohol screenings and security/background checks
• Possess a valid First Aid/CPR certification
• Be willing to work flexible hours as required by the schedule or as directed by management
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, a neat and clean appearance, and a willingness to follow instructions
• Be able to tread water for at least 5 minute
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent

REQUIREMENTS | The Captain must:

• Possess a valid driver's license
• Have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and come to valid conclusions
• Be physically able, without assistance, to lift at least a 40-lb load off the ground, and to carry, push, or pull the sam

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passion for a mission to "create nautical mini-adventures that uniquely connect the charms of the city"
• Minimum 2 years of commercial passenger vessel operations
• Demonstrated an understanding of for-profit management; experience in a maritime transportation context preferred
• Inspiring leadership skills, including demonstrated experience in building and leading high-performing teams in a competitive environment
• Excellent communication skills with an emphasis on conflict de-escalation
• Ability to be effective working independently as well as collaboratively with diverse teams; ability to adapt effectively to a changing work environment
• An excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills

COMPETENCIES:

• Commercial Maritime Operations

• Communication Proficiency

• Ethical Conduct

• Leadership

• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

• Problem Solving/Analysis

• Strategic Thinking

• Technical Capacity

• Public Speaking

• Customer Service

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK | Full-time, part-time, and seasonal work available; evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand

REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE | United States Coast Guard License; High school diploma with at least 2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE | Operating Commercial Passenger Vessels of 50+ Gross Registered Tons; Maritime Transportation; Small Business; Customer Service

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY | This position is responsible for the direct leadership of all crewmembers embarked and/or in support of the vessels under the Captains command

PAY | We use a pay scale with the first-year rate for licensed Captains with little to no commercial passenger experience at $20 per hour. For those Captains who possess commercial passenger experience, we are willing to negotiate a higher starting rate. We define "experience" as 3 years of operating a commercial passenger vessel(s).