Makai Adventures specializes in small group whale watching and private charters temporarily operating out of Mala Ramp aboard a 33' Centurion Powerboat that carries up to 25 people.
We are seeking a long-term or seasonal Captain to join our team! Full time and current Maui residents preferred. All applicants are required to have a valid First Aid and CPR certifications, valid drivers license, be a US citizen and desire to thrive in the boating industry. Captain's must have a minimum 50 ton license. Position requires a pre-employment drug test as well as continued enrollment in a random drug testing consortium for the duration of your employment. Current need is 2/3 days per week, average 10-14 hours per day. 100% medical and dental insurance provided once basic state requirements are met. Tips are split 50/50 with crew and average 15-25%.
Interested applicants please e-mail a resume that includes all boating experience and why you would like to work for our small family-run company, Makai Adventures. If you would like to join our team, we encourage you to check out our website and learn more! www.makaiadventures.com
General responsibilities and requirements:
- CPR and 1st AID Certification (or obtain within 30 days of hire.)
- 50ton minimum Merchant Mariner License required for Captains. Sailing endorsement required for Kainani.
- Lifeguard certification required for crew.
- Able to free dive approx. 20 feet.
- Be able to lift 50lbs with ease.
- Be comfortable swimming 100 yards and treading water for 2 minutes.
- Successfully perform all crew duties including but not limited to line handling, docking,
- mooring at snorkel site and putting the boat to sleep, cleaning, maintenance etc.
- Strives to continue to learn about mechanical maintenance and boat systems.
- Stays up to date on vessel and passenger safety protocols.
- Provide 5-star customer service when interacting with passengers and/or potential passengers both on and off the vessels while striving to continue to enhance the passenger experience.
- Desires to continue learning about local marine wildlife, culture and geology.
- Deep interest/passion in local marine life and Hawaiian culture is a plus.
- Remains up to date on company trips, promotions, retail, and other offerings.
- Displays enthusiasm for company development and helping us grow!
- Able to pass a pre-employment drug test and remain on a random drug testing consortium.
Further Requirements:
- Charismatic
- Positive attitude, enthusiastic and outgoing
- Flexible
- Teamplayer
- Self-motivated
- Strong work ethic
- Impeccable communication skills
- Able to exert physical activity, bend, lift, swim, stand, etc. for long periods of time in various
- weather conditions.
- Able to work long days.
- Lifeguard experience preferred
Captain Specific Requirements:
- General responsibilities and requirements:
- Maintains and manages all aspects of assigned vessel.
- Quickly and effectively solves any mechanical issues, ensuring the charter can safely run.
- Maintains Log Book and participates in monthly drills.
- Responsible for upkeep of physical and mechanical attributes of the vessel.
- Ensures systems, including but not limited to appearance, organization, mechanics, appliances etc. meet company standards at all times.
- Reports monthly inventory.
- Provides solutions to problems in a timely manner.
- Ensures charters run safely and successfully.
- Ensures COI and Coast Guard mandated regulations/certifications are up to date.
- Enforces policies onboard.
