Vessel Captain

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Position Overview

The Vessel Captain of the M/V Kachemak Voyager is responsible for the safety and well-being of both the crew and passengers, and the safe and efficient operation and management of the vessel. The captain is the ultimate authority on the vessel, commanding respect and attention from all crew and passengers at all times. The Vessel Captain is responsible for operating in accordance with US Coast Guard Regulations, Rules of the Road, and applicable laws.

Required Qualifications

·       USCG 100-Ton inland Master’s License

·       TWIC Card

·       Must submit to and pass all alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, and post-accident/incident testing.

·       Completion of Positions qualification- Vessel Captain

·       CPR/First Aid- renewals offered at no cost by Seldovia Village Tribe

·       General knowledge of COLREGS and Inland Rules of the Road

·       A strong understanding of Seldovia Village Tribe’s mission, vision, and core values

·       Must be able to conduct crowd control measures and casualty control measures

·       Demonstrated leadership ability

·       Reliability and trustworthiness

·       Must be able to perform basic arithmetic

·       Must be familiar with characteristics unique to each dock/port, vessel, and conditions routinely encountered (i.e. fog, fishing areas, driftwood, etc.)

·       Tourism and/or customer service experience a plus

Work Environment

Seldovia Village Tribe is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco-free work environment. Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors, and subject to varying weather conditions. Must have ability to manipulate large and small objects, ability to see, hear and speak clearly. Physical activities may also include twisting, crouching, or kneeling. There is frequent involvement with individuals who exhibit less than cordial behavior. Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse populations.

Physical Requirements

Lift/Carry: 70 lbs or less individually, teamwork for 70 lbs or heavier

Push/Pull: 70 lbs or less individually, teamwork for 70 lbs or heavier

Employment Requirements

Background check

FBI fingerprinting

Preemployment drug-testing

Employee Health Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

 Administration duties include:

- Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations with special regard to the US Coast Guard.

- Participation in personnel hiring process with interviews and selection of crew members in conjunction with SVT management team.

- Planning and implementing maintenance work

- Research and purchase of maintenance supplies

- Regular and timely communication with Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager

- Complete routine reports

Duties on the Vessel include:

-Safe operation of the vessel

-Decision making in all aspects of the operation

-Training and orienting crew in all aspects of vessel operations including safety, public relations, customer service, and the communities we serve.

-Familiarity with the Bridge’s navigational equipment, engine alarms/indicators, controls, gauges, and communication procedures

-Engineering familiarity to include main and auxiliary machinery, steering systems, refueling techniques, and emergency procedures

-Vessel assistance to include search and rescue techniques, towing, and superior ship handling skills

-Conduct and log safety drills to ensure crew proficiency in all Station Bill Duties

-Managing the crew in such as way as to create a strong, professional, cohesive team.

-Operate to maintain positive relationships among Seldovia Bay Ferry, harbor masters, and other vessels.

-Prompt written and verbal incident reports to the Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager

-Perform vessel maintenance such as fuel filter changes, adding oil and coolant, changing zincs, cleaning out sea chests minor sanding or painting.

-Regular inspection of vessel for any safety or environmental deficiencies and immediate reporting of any findings to Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager

-Familiarity with the Bridge’s navigational equipment, engine alarms/indicators, controls, gauges, and communication procedures

 -Engineering familiarity to include main and auxiliary machinery, steering systems, refueling techniques, and emergency procedures

-Ability to help load and unload freight from vessel for traveling passengers

Carry out other duties as assigned by the Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN SELDOVIA, ALASKA. This position is contracted for the entire season, with season prep and season close out weeks occurring before and after the passenger season.  We will not consider applicants who cannot work for the entire length of the contract.

Seldovia Bay Ferry does not staff an Engineer, so applicants should be aware that the Captain is responsible to fulfill roles and responsibilities normally tasked to an Engineer.