USCG MMC Captain

Overview

Join our team as a US Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) Captain. In this vital role, you will oversee vessel management, ensure maritime safety compliance, and lead crews guests through daily charters along the Kona Coast. Captaining daytime 2-Tank scuba diving charters and night time manta ray charters with divers and snorkelers. Your role will include efficient vessel handling and following safety procedures while maintaining strict adherence to USCG regulations. This position offers an opportunity to drive our clean and well maintained Newton dive vessels while upholding high standards of maritime excellence in a fun and fast-paced industry.

Full medical, dental and vision insurance is offered to all full time employees.

Responsibilities

• Operate our dive vessels in accordance with USCG regulations and maritime safety procedures, ensuring safe navigation and operational integrity on memorable charters for our guests.
• Lead and manage crew with positive communication and teamwork to achieve operational goals.
• Oversee basic vessel maintenance including daily engine inspections to ensure optimal vessel performance.
• Maintain logs of vessel operations, safety inspections, crew management activities, and compliance documentation aligned with USCG standards.

Experience

• Maritime industry experience with vessel operation, management, and navigation is a plus, but not a prerequisite.
• Experience operating Newton Dive vessels a plus but not a requirement.
• USCG MMC 50 Ton is a minimum requirement for the position.
• MUST BE A US CITIZEN OR HOLD A CURRENT US WORK VISA.
• Strong understanding of USCG regulations governing vessel operation, crew safety protocols and maritime security procedures.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting(45lb max) safely while maintaining vessel integrity for daily charters.

Join us to lead with confidence at the helm of our Newton Dive vessels! Your role as captain will help shape safe voyages while advancing your career in a vibrant industry dedicated to helping create life long memories for our guests and excellence on the water.

Pay: $30.00 - $37.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person