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Boat/Vessel Captain Position for Whale Watching Company

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Dolphin Safari, Inc.

Dana Point, CA (In Person)

$64,480 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/3/2026

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•MUST HAVE A Master's Captain's License, with a Sailing Endorsement from the United States Coast Guard is required for this position, a Passion for the Ocean & some
MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE
Are you looking for a great place to work? Do you want to work for a Trip Advisor 5-star rated company with a team of amazing people in the Dolphin & Whale Watching Capital of the World(R)? Do you love being outdoors on the ocean? Do you love dolphins and whales? Captain Dave's Dolphin & Whale Safari is the place for you. We are looking for a USCG Captain who is a positive, enthusiastic people person who is passionate about dolphins and whales for 30+ hours a week. . Drug tests are required. There may be times you have to come in earlier or stay later so a flexible schedule is a must. This position will include the following: Steer and operate vessels. Locate and identify marine mammals Maintain the boats and equipment on board, such as engines, winches, navigational systems, fire extinguishers, cameras, electronic systems, life preservers, etc. Finding and identifying various forms of marine life. Purchase supplies and equipment. Read gauges to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure, and oxygen. Calculate and call in sightings and weather. Direct and coordinate crew members or workers performing activities such as loading and unloading passengers, safety speech, steering vessels, operating engines, and operating, maintaining, and repairing ship equipment. Inspect vessels to ensure efficient and safe operation of vessels and equipment, and conformance to regulations. Monitor the safe loading and unloading of passengers. Arrange for boats to be fueled, pumped out, restocked with supplies, and/or repaired. Due to the occasional serving of alcohol, all applicants must be age 21 and over. Beginning salary is $29.00 an hour to $31.00 an hour. Gratuities average another $5 to $2 an hour. Benefits are 401K plan with matching, health care stipends for full-time(30+ hours/weekly) employees, paid vacation time (after 12 months), lots of Vitamin D and salt air, and a delicious triple fudge brownie every day you work. You've never worked with a five-star team as amazing as this! Captain Dave's Dolphin and Whale Safari is located in beautiful Dana Point Harbor at 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629. www.dolphinsafari.com Fax (949) 369-7276 Steps to apply: Please apply on Indeed with resume and introductory cover letter. For bonus points, email us a video.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$30.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance
Experience:
Whale Watching:
1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
USCG Mariners License with Sailing Endorsement (Required)
Work Location:
In person