Part-Time Land Based Captain of the 40' Diva Duck Amphibious Vessel in West Palm Beach, FL

Category:
Shore Based Jobs, Deck Jobs
Positions:
Captain, Maritime / Technical
Salary:
$25/hr
Location:
West Palm Beach, FL (USA)
Job posted:
May 29, 2019
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This job requires a CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with a passenger endorsement and a minimum of a 25 ton Master Captain's license.

Please do not apply unless you already have both licenses. We are looking for a Captain for the Delirious Duck.

The position is for 2-3 days per week. The days of the week can be flexible to your schedule. The pay is $25 per hour plus very generous tips. The vessel is a Hydraterra Amphibious Vehicle designed to carry 49 passengers on both land and in the water. This is NOT a World War 2 Duck boat. It is a modern and unsinkable vessel. Similar to a Boston Whaler, our hull has over 30 sealed compartments filled with military grade flotation foam. Diva Duck Amphibious Tours has been operating Intercoastal Waterway tours in West Palm Beach, Florida for 17 years.

The job requires you to:

  • Be courteous to our guests and work well with other employees.
  • Drive in a safe, competent manner on a non-air-conditioned amphibious vehicle that is approximately 40 feet in length on busy public streets and in busy waterways for a tour of approximately 75 minutes. There are two to four tours per day.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Must perform and participate in required Coast Guard training and emergency drills to ensure a safe tour for our guests.
  • Must be able to board and exit the amphibious vehicle and assist patrons boarding and exiting the amphibious vehicle.
  • Shall be able to read, write and speak fluent English in order to communicate with fellow employees and guests, the general public, law enforcement and emergency personnel.
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time, climb stairs multiple times each day, lift up to 50 pounds and tolerate a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions.
  • Be willing to regularly assist our mechanic in maintenance of the Duck.

Qualifications

  • Valid Master Captain’s license preferred, 25 ton Captain’s license required
  • Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an acceptable driving record for the past three years.
  • Must pass a DOT physical upon employment including a drug test.
  • Must pass a CPR/ First Aid training course provided by employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $25.00 /hour

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