First Mate

Biscayne Lady Yacht Charters is hiring an experienced and dependable First Mate to join our crew aboard our luxury yachts. Operating two 100+ foot vessels, we host events at premier destinations throughout South Florida, including Bayside Marketplace, Fontainebleau, Eden Roc Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and Palm Beach. Our yachts also serve major events such as the Ultra Music Festival, the Miami International Boat Show, and the Winterfest Boat Parade. We offer training, benefits, and competitive pay.

Reports To: Captains

Key Responsibilities

• Support the captain with safe vessel operations, including safety checks and keeping watch during charters and vessel transits.
• Perform engine checks while underway and identify or report potential mechanical issues.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks, including changing engine oil and fuel filters and cleaning sea strainers.
• Safely navigate and dock both vessels under normal operating conditions.
• Lead and coordinate the deck team during charters and maintenance shifts.
• Assist captains in developing and implementing operating procedures and processes.
• Handle dock lines, fenders, and gangways during docking and undocking.
• Participate in required safety and security drills and follow all onboard safety procedures.
• Ensure the vessel is clean and ready for daily charters, showings, and events.
• Provide friendly, professional hospitality to guests.
• Assist restaurant and galley staff with loading and unloading provisions and supplies, setting up tables and chairs, clearing bus pans, and restocking glassware.
• Assist the captain, engineers, and management with vessel equipment and systems, including diesel, electrical, hydraulic, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
• Sweep, mop, and wash down decks and exterior areas.
• Assist with shipyard and maintenance-period tasks, including sanding, painting, scraping, grinding, bilge cleaning, vacuuming, scrubbing, and washing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Reliable, punctual, and able to report onboard as scheduled.
• Friendly attitude and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work outdoors in warm weather.
• Available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Able to work shifts typically ranging from 6–12 hours, with occasional longer shifts.
• Able to work 40 hours per week and overtime when needed.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in the required random drug-testing program.
• Valid TWIC card required.
• Current American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.
• Experience handling mooring lines and proficient knot tying and line management.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required.

Experience

• Two years of experience handling mooring lines and managing lines and knots preferred.
• Experience safely navigating and steering vessels is preferred.
• Experience leading a deck team and supporting vessel maintenance is an asset.

Position Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Work location: In person in Miami, FL
• Benefits: Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and paid time off
• Pay: Competitive pay, with time-and-a-half for hours worked over 40 in a workweek and for holidays, as applicable
• Shift availability: Day and night shifts

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Safely Navigating and Steering Vessel: 2 years (Preferred)
• Leading a deck team and supporting vessel maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)
• Proficient in knot tying and line management: 3 years (Preferred)
• Handling mooring lines for docking and undocking: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Bilingual - Spanish/English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• TWIC Card (Required)
• American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person