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JOB SUMMARY
Requires a USCG master’s license (25 ton minimum) and an FCC marine radio operator’s permit. Prior experience in the marine tourism industry and particularly on passenger vessels is desirable. Preference is given to applicants with knowledge of outboard engine maintenance and electrical systems. Must be able to build team and maintain crew morale to provide a quality experience for our guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct tours as directed according to descriptions in sales literature and procedures in policy manual. Supervise all aspects of tour delivery and tour quality.
• Manage and direct crew members in the execution of all their job responsibilities; build a productive and efficient team; maintain high morale over course of season.
• Supervise and assist in daily maintenance: cleaning and fuel pumping. Coordinate and assist with routine maintenance; filter changes, changing oil, etc.
• Communicate with Port Engineer to identify problems and expedite repairs; assist with repairs, as needed.
• Supervise passenger boarding, safety orientation/demonstration, emergency response and crowd control.
• Plan and execute emergency drills, equipment checks and safety meetings in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations and AMT policy.
• Maintain all navigational equipment in good working order; keep logs and ship/company documents, as directed. Provide daily operations report to office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Required minimum Master 25-ton license.
• Mechanical aptitude, engine room experience preferred. Outboard mechanics or electrical/electronics background helpful.
• Must be able to build team and maintain morale with crew to provide quality experience for customers.
• Must be able to provide commentary to guests.
• Must be drug free (pre-employment and random drug testing is Coast Guard required).
• Must have ability to conduct USCG drills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience on passenger carrying vessels.
• Experience operating vessels in Southeast Alaska preferred.
• Experience in the travel, tourism or outdoor recreation industries.

TRAITS & CHARACTERISTICS

• Must have ability to build effective team and skills required to resolve crew conflicts in order to provide quality experience for customers.
• Must be clean, well groomed, courteous, honest, and most important, reliable.
• Must have a sharp eye for safety
• Record of being organized and prompt
• Aptitude for leadership

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays. Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be physically able to work a typical workday of about 10-14 hours per day, 5-7 days a week. Environmental conditions generally include moderate to loud noise levels, all weather conditions, frequent use of required protective clothing including raingear and life preserver. Ability to walk on uneven deck surfaces crossing from vessel to vessel. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to walk on uneven deck surfaces crossing from vessel to vessel.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Yes

WHO
Deckhand/Naturalist

CONTACT
Website: https://allenmarinetours.com/contact/jobs/
Email: [email protected]