Cape Leisure Silver Springs Hiring for USCG Licensed Captains Full Time

Overview : Seeking US Coast Guard Licensed Boat Captains for Silver Springs world famous glass-bottom tour boats, providing safe passage on the Silver River while providing a scripted interpretive narration to park guests.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide friendly, timely and safe transportation on the Silver River to all guests patronizing Cape Leisure Silver Springs’ Glass Bottom Boat Tour operation, following a preapproved route.
• Memorize and deliver a pre-approved narration of the tour in a lively and informative manner.
• Provide identification and other information about wildlife species encountered on the river.
• Answer guest questions.
• Conduct a daily safety inspection of the vessel, following a checklist, prior to first tour load.
• Operate the vessel in a safe manner following all park and Coast Guard rules and regulations.
• Maintain a good knowledge of the Park and current events in order to expedite guest inquiries.
• Other duties as required.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must possess, a US Coast Guard Master Inland Captain License, rated for 25 GT vessel. Would consider training a qualified applicant who meets requirements for time on the water.
• Strong speaking voice and confidence speaking to a group.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• First aid certification may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move, stand, stoop and bend for an entire 8 hour shift. Tasks require consistent use of both arms and legs.
• Must be willing to tolerate working outdoors year around for an entire shift.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and carry for short distances.
• Must be able to visually inspect condition of vessels, river and equipment.

About Cape Leisure:

Cape Leisure Corporation is a Florida based Hospitality Management Company specializing in concession operations primarily in state and national parks. We manage food, retail, lodging, recreational rentals, special events and interpretive services. We also maintain and care for facilities, grounds and assets that are entrusted to us in these special places.

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Outcome-oriented — results-focused with strong performance culture
• Team-oriented — cooperative and collaborative

Hours per week:

• 25-40

Typical end time:

• 6PM

Typical start time:

• 9AM

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $150.00 – $250.00 per day

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location