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Boat Captain
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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.
$83,589 / year median in South Carolina
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Boat Captain
Georgetown County School District
Georgetown County School District - Georgetown, South Carolina This job is also posted in
CERRA-SC
Job Details
Job ID:
5915306
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Sep 04, 2026 2:09 AM (UTC)
Job Description
Job Title:
School Boat Captain
Reports to: Director of Transportation
Salary:
Daily rate
Terms of Employment:
180 days
Job Summary:
Qualifications:
Certifications:
US Coast Guard Master's license or equivalent
Experience:
Minimum of five years previous experience in boat operation and supervision, preferably in a school or youth program setting
Be able to pass a drug screen
Skills:
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; ability to work with students of varying ages
Knowledge:
Familiarity with local waterways, boating regulations, and safety protocols
Other responsibilities may include:
Dock and undock the vessel
Stand watch on the vessel
Inspect the vessel for safety and efficiency
Maintain the boat's systems, such as engines, winches, and fire extinguishers
Assist with maritime rescue operations
Report violations of pilotage laws
Perform marine duties, such as checking for pollutants
Essential Duties:
Vessel Operation:
Safely operate school boats for educational outings, regattas, and extracurricular activities
Safety Management:
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, including conducting safety briefings, maintaining life-saving equipment, and ensuring the crew and passengers wear life jackets
Navigation:
Plan and execute navigation routes, accounting for weather conditions and tides
Crew Supervision:
Train and supervise student crew members, promoting teamwork and skill development
Maintenance:
Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of the vessels, performing routine checks and coordinating repairs as needed
Communication:
Act as the primary point of contact for parents, school administration, and regulatory bodies regarding boating activities
Emergency Preparedness:
Develop and implement emergency procedures, ensuring all crew and participants are familiar with them
Event Coordination:
Assist in organizing events and competitions, including scheduling and logistics
Performs additional related duties as required by the supervisor
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Work Environment:
Typically outdoors, in varying weather conditions; may require physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy equipment
Pay Scale:
Daily Rate
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or supervisor. Georgetown County School District reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time without prior notice.
The deadline is for the convenience of the District. GCSD reserves the right at any time to extend the deadline date without notice and without final consideration of any pending applications.
10/2024
Position Type:
Full-time
Job Requirements