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Hornblower Group, Inc.

Part-Time Captain | City Cruises Philadelphia

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A Ship or Boat Captain serves as chief officer on a ship or boat. Navigates, oversees operations and directs staff on boats, including cargo ships, yachts, fishing vessels, oil tankers and tugboats.

$125,707 / year median in Pennsylvania

+14% projected growth

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Part-Time Captain | City Cruises Philadelphia Req #850 Philadelphia, PA, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 3:00 AM Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group's portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group's premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group's Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systems . Hornblower Group's subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group's global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group's additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com. Captain - Take the Helm and Create Unforgettable Experiences on the Water!
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Shifts include nights, weekends, and holidays based on business demands. Schedule variations will be communicated in advance. Position Summary Join City Cruises as a Captain and lead vessel operations while delivering safe, memorable experiences for every guest. This role combines maritime leadership, exceptional service, and operational excellence. What You'll Do Command and safely operate passenger vessels. Lead and develop crew members. Ensure Coast Guard compliance and safety standards. Conduct pre-cruise planning and emergency drills. Deliver an outstanding guest experience. Support vessel maintenance and operations. What We're Looking For Current 100-Ton Captain License. 5+ years of marine experience. Strong vessel handling and navigation skills. Leadership experience and safety-first mindset. Excellent communication and guest service abilities. The Experience Lead a professional crew, navigate Philadelphia waterways, and help create amazing experiences on the water every day. #CityCruisesUS The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader. EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. Job Details Pay Type Hourly Scan this QR code and apply! Download Philadelphia, PA, USA