Boat captain Jobs in USA

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Location : Santa Barbara / Ventura, CA

Relocation : No relocation offered for this position

Worksite : NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary

Status : Part-Time

Classification : Non-Exempt

Travel : Yes

Cardinal Point Captains, Inc. (CPC) is seeking an experienced and well-qualified captain to provide vessel support to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary (CINMS) in Santa Barbara, CA. CINMS operates and maintains the 62' research vessel Shearwater , the 28' research vessel Minke , and occasionally other NOAA-owned vessels on the West Coast to conduct scientific research, monitoring, exploration, and education / outreach missions, while preserving submerged resources and increasing awareness of maritime heritage.

CPC is looking for a captain who is passionate about missions in the field of marine sciences (oceanographic missions, hydrographic missions, general research missions, etc.). Our ideal candidate will not only be a capable boat handler but also well versed in maintenance of small boats. and the vessels require regular maintenance and periodic troubleshooting.

Tasks

• Ensure the safe navigation and mechanical operation of the vessels at all times, in accordance with all NOAA policy guidelines, vessel operations manuals, vessel standing orders, and specifically NOAA Small Boat Standards and Procedures Manual (NSBSPM), NOA 209-125, MARPOL, and COLREGS.
• Exercise prudent judgment at all times. Be willing, able, and capable of responding to shipboard emergencies and actively participate in drills.
• Ensure vessels are maintained in accordance with the NOAA Small Boat Program requirements. Conduct an Operational Risk Assessment with crew members prior to getting underway. This includes assessing weather and sea-state forecasts for the mission area.
• Coordinate and support emergent repairs to CINMS small boat assets as required. Provide oversight during shipyard and repair periods. Help coordinate engineering work requiring certified technician assistance from engineering contractors, naval architects, electricians, and marine surveyors if required.
• Verify cruise and float plans and communicate with the shore-side point of contact frequently when underway.
• Conduct the vessel pre-departure checklist, hold a safety briefing for all embarked personnel at the start of every cruise day, and ensure that all safety procedures are understood and adhered to while underway.
• Operate deck equipment including A-frame, scientific winch, capstan, boat crane, Nitrox dive air compressor and small skiff.
• Document all vessel-related activities in the ship's log.
• Be ready and available for emergency responses.

Requirements

Required certifications and experience

Highly desired skills and experience

AAP / EEO Statement

CPC is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary Description

$30-$42 / hour, DOE, licenses / qualifications