Seeking Experienced Boat Captain

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.