Vessel Operations - Water Taxi Captain

Summary

Are you a new Captain with a 50+ Gross Registered Tons 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.

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.

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.

• 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

• 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)

• 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
• 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

• 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…