Senior Boat Captain - Seaward Services - NSWC

Hornblower is seeking a Senior Boat Captain for our Seaward Services operation in Norfolk VA.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody Hornblower's RESPECT Service System.

About the Opportunity:

This role will be piloting small watercraft at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, upon award of contract. The Senior Boat Captain operates and oversees small military or support watercraft, ensuring safe navigation, vessel operation, crew coordination, and mission execution. Conducts pre- and post-operation inspections, verifies seaworthiness, and ensures compliance with maritime safety procedures. Performs or supervises routine maintenance, assists in towing, personnel transfer, training evolutions, and operational test events. Leads onboard personnel and ensures readiness of assigned vessels and equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain small military and commercial-style watercraft in accordance with established procedures and maritime regulations.
• Navigate vessels in a variety of environments including high-speed, rough-water, and restricted operating areas.
• Provide operational support for military, commercial, and emergency diving operations.
• Conduct and support emergency salvage and rescue operations as directed.
• Participate in maritime operations planning and assist in mission execution.
• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections, documenting and reporting vessel condition and maintenance needs.
• Ensure vessel readiness, compliance with safety requirements, and adherence to maintenance schedules.
• Train and oversee crew members in safe boat handling, emergency response, and mission execution procedures.
• Coordinate with the Site Manager, maintenance personnel, and other support staff to ensure mission success.
• Maintain logs, reports, and certifications in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard and company requirements.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• U.S. Coast Guard Master License of 100 tons or greater; must possess and maintain.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with military small watercraft, including high-speed rough-water operation, military, commercial or emergency diving operation support, emergency salvage and rescue operation support, and maritime operations planning and execution required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with shipboard and ramp launch and recovery of small watercraft, and transportation of craft on trailers using trucks or forklifts preferred.
• Prior qualification as U.S. Navy Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman (SWCC) Boat Captain, or U.S. Coast Guard Heavy Weather Coxswain or Surfman.
• Prior military dive certification.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Commercial dive certification.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass and maintain a drug and alcohol test in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

About Us:

Hornblower's passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you're an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

The RESPECT Service System embodies Hornblower's 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.

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