JOB TITLE: Captain
Lazy Otter Charters operates four vessels offering water taxi, custom sightseeing, guided kayaking, photo/film support, freight service and towing/salvage work. Our vessels range from 6 to 30 passengers. We operate year-round throughout Prince William Sound. Our charter office/café in Whittier serves as our headquarters. We offer housing options in Whittier. Most positions are seasonal; May-Sept.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Lazy Otter Charters is looking for Captains for the summer season out of Whittier. Captains oversee safe navigation of vessels performing water taxi, sightseeing towing and salvage work in Prince William Sound. Duties also include interpretive information to the guests, Captains work closely with deckhands and the office. Captains must be flexible and comfortable working in a dynamic charter business that changes quickly.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Safely navigate vessels for water taxi and sightseeing. Vessels vary from 30ft – 6 pax to inspected vessels including 40ft – 22 passenger landing craft and a 46ft – 30 passenger catamaran, All vessels are beachable for loading and unloading passengers, kayaks and freight.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Basic vessel maintenance and troubleshooting minor mechanical issues
Load and secure kayaks and freight – keeping in mind weight, balance and stability
Knowledge and interpretation of natural history, marine environment, geology, flora and fauna, and history of Prince William Sound.
QUALIFICATIONS
50 Ton Masters license
Able to pass USCG pre-employment and random drug tests
Previous driving experience (training experience as a deckhand may be sufficient)
Environmental Science, Marine Biology, or Biology background is helpful
APPLICANTS SHOULD
Have an outstanding Safety history
Be flexible in dynamic environment
Have excellent customer service skills
Have basic marine mechanical knowledge
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to life 50-75lbs on a regular basis
Able to stand, sit and kneel for extended time
Able to climb a ladder
Able to pass USCG Physical
Send resumes with 3 professional references to :
Lazy Otter Charters Inc. 907-649-6887 for questions or details.
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
License/Certification:
- 50 ton USCG license (or higher) (Preferred)
Work Location: In person