Ferry Captain

Hornblower•Brooklyn, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ferry Captain operates NYC Ferry vessels on six routes spanning more than 60 nautical miles across New York City’s rivers and harbors. The Captain is responsible for safe and efficient vessel operation, supervising the crew, and providing excellent customer service. NYC Ferry vessels are described as fuel efficient and designed to produce reduced emissions. The role includes directing ferry operations, maintaining passenger and crew safety, coordinating inspections and maintenance, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, training and evaluating marine crew, and maintaining readiness for U.S. Coast Guard and other agency inspections. The Captain also maintains radio watch and helps ensure a physically safe and environmentally sound working environment.

Requirements

High school diploma/degree or equivalent experience from an accredited institution.
Valid U.S. Coast Guard license endorsed as Captain of Motor Vessels of at least 100 gross tons upon Inland Waters, and ability to maintain it.
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card), or ability to obtain and maintain one.
Valid First Aid/CPR certification, or ability to obtain and maintain it.
Valid driver’s license.
Demonstrated superior judgment, analytical ability, performance under pressure, and other skills necessary for routine vessel operation or emergency response.
Thorough understanding of pertinent regulations and laws governing vessel operations.
Clear and effective oral and written communication.
Ability to interact effectively with passengers, guests, and fellow employees.
Ability to use independent judgment and discretion to develop and execute innovative solutions to crew management and morale issues.
Ability to plan, organize, and complete work assignments logically and independently.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, and respond quickly to emergencies and other situations.
Ability to work in varying weather and visibility conditions.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the passenger vessel industry.
Copy of DD214, if a veteran.

Responsibilities

Direct ferry activities and ensure passenger safety and security while the vessel is underway.
Operate the vessel at economic engine speeds in accordance with established policies.
Plan and coordinate safety inspections to ensure safe equipment operation, crew safety, and compliance with U.S. Coast Guard laws and regulations.
Train marine crew and provide feedback for performance evaluations.
Ensure U.S. Coast Guard inspections meet the required standard insofar as practicable.
Keep vessels in condition for Certificate of Inspection (COI) inspections at all times.
Ensure vessels remain in satisfactory condition and maintenance is performed unobtrusively while guests are onboard.
Maintain and enhance benchmark status with inspecting agencies.
Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations, including station bill assignments.
Provide required training for working with and properly disposing of hazardous waste.
Maintain radio watch and monitor VHF channels 13 and 14.
Provide a physically safe and environmentally sound working environment, including appropriate tools, training, facilities, and materials for crewmembers.
Conduct weekly emergency [the posting does not specify what is conducted].
Perform additional duties as assigned.