Tour Boat Captain - Kingston NY

The Hudson River Maritime Museum, in Kingston NY, is seeking a licensed captain to run our 44' solar tour vessel, Solaris. Trips that range from 1 to 2 hours are run from our dock on Rondout Creek, in downtown Kingston. Solaris is completely quiet, powered by a single-screw electric motor and accommodates up to 24 passengers . Trips include various creek and river excursions and visits to our 1913 Rondout Lighthouse. Captain is not required to give tours but should be comfortable welcoming passengers and explaining rules and regs to passengers. Trips are scheduled from late morning to after dusk, and various shift opportunities are available, including charters. Season is mid-May through October with potential for additional trips and charters.

Requirements:

Min 25-ton capacity captains license

Be able to pass initial and random drug tests

Previous experience driving tour boats or similar

Strong navigational skills and knowledge of local waterways

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure and make quick decisions in emergency situations

Duties:

Ensure the safety of passengers and crew members

Navigate waterways and follow designated routes

Communicate with passengers, crew, and port authorities

Monitor weather conditions and make necessary adjustments to the route

Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols

Job Type: Part-time, seasonal,1 to 3 days a week as available

Pay: $27 - $29 per hour depending on experience

Supplemental Pay: tips Please send resumes to: lcline@hrmm.org