WATER TAXI CAPTAIN

The role at a glance

  • Pay: $25 to $30+ per hour plus tips, based on experience and qualifications

  • Hours: 40+ per week

  • Schedule: Days, evenings, weekends, and long weekends. 8 to 10 hour shifts.

  • Season: May 1 to October 31

About the role

The Captain performs daily vessel operations for Art & Water Taxi's seasonal water taxi business on the Toronto waterfront. As Master of the vessel under law, the Captain is responsible for safe operations and represents Art & Water Taxi to every passenger, always conducting themselves in a professional and friendly manner.

Core duties include vessel operations, managing passenger flow, assisting passengers in distress, and securing Art & Water Taxi property.

What you'll do

  • Carry out all vessel operations safely, appropriately, and cost-effectively, in line with Art & Water Taxi's Vessel Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

  • Embark and disembark passengers and cargo when no dock staff are present, including at island-side dock locations

  • Participate in all training, including regularly scheduled emergency drills and any additional training required by management

  • Maintain a tidy, well-organised vessel

  • Ensure the security of all Art & Water Taxi property

Who you'll report to

The Captain reports to the Operations Manager. Day-to-day work is supervised by the Dockmaster or Manager-on-Duty on shift.

What we're looking for

  • Proven work experience as a small commercial vessel Captain or in a similar role

  • Polite and considerate demeanour, with the ability to speak with authority when required

  • Strong team player

  • Excellent communication skills in English (proficiency in other languages is an asset)

  • Reliable timekeeping

  • Initiative and accountability

  • Able to lift 45 lbs (21 kg)

  • Able to sit and stand for long periods

  • Able to work in all weather conditions

Required certifications (minimum standard):

  • Transport Canada Small Commercial Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP)

  • Transport Canada Small Domestic Vessel - Basic Safety (SDV-BS)

  • Industry Canada Restricted Operator's Certificate - Marine (ROC-M)

  • Marine Basic First Aid (including CPR)

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