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Captain (Pacific Northwest)American Cruise Lines is seeking Captains for our growing fleet sailing unique itineraries along inland and coastal waterways of the Pacific Northwest. Our U.S. flag ships are state-of-the art designed for safe operation and five-star service to 100-200 guests.

Captain (Pacific Northwest)American Cruise Lines is seeking Captains for our growing fleet sailing unique itineraries along inland and coastal waterways of the Pacific Northwest. Our U.S. flag ships are state-of-the art designed for safe operation and five-star service to 100-200 guests.Captains are the senior shipboard officers responsible for safe vessel operations, adherence to company and regulatory standards, and representing the company as a professional leader and example. Our Captains are master mariners with piloting experience in challenging coastal and river waterways. Our Captains are prudent decision-makers continually assessing potential risk weeks, days, and hours ahead of the vessel and crew. Our Captains are meticulous professionals, in service to our guests and as examples to our crews.American Cruise Lines offers competitive pay and benefits, along with comprehensive professional development programs. Captains enjoy comfortable onboard stateroom accommodations and chef prepared meals. American Cruise Lines operates our own bridge simulator, enabling rigorous recurrent training and development focused on critical decision-making and advanced piloting skills. American Cruise Lines recruits and retains the best professional mariners in the industry.Responsibilities:

• Safety and Security of the passengers, crew and vessel.
• Safe vessel operations, adhering to company and regulatory standards.
• Prudent vessel maneuvering, docking, undocking, and anchoring.
• Comprehensive daily inspection of all vessel interior and exterior spaces.
• Supervision and Development of Mates, Engineers, and Deckhands.
• Oversight of Hotel Officers and Service Crew ensuring five-star guest service.
• Captain hospitality greetings at the gangway, guest safety announcements, and special dinner events.
• Administrative log keeping, reports, and communications.
• Leadership of safe, secure, clean, and comfortable onboard environment for passengers and crew.

Qualifications:

• U.S. Coast Guard Master's license: minimum 100T, desired 1600T or greater.
• Seattle to Juneau Inside Passage experience required with the ability to provide documentation of 10 trips in past 60 months.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Captain experience on coastal and river waterways: min 2yrs, desired 5yrs with Z-drive experience.
• Excellent communication skills and team-building skills.
• Proof of active participation in Maritime Drug Testing Program.

Perks:

• Competitive salary to be discussed during initial interview.
• World-class training in our own ship simulator facility.
• Covered Expenses – American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.
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Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing

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