Full-Time & Part-Time USCG Captain / Marine Operations Team Member
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Fort Myers
Job Description Full-Time & Part-Time USCG Licensed Captain / Marine Operations Team Member Boats and Fun – North Captiva Island, Florida Love being on the water? Want more than just another captain job? Boats and Fun is looking for an energetic, customer-focused USCG Licensed Captain to join our growing team. We currently have both Full-Time and Part-Time positions available, with year-round opportunities for the right candidate. We are a family-owned business that has been serving Southwest Florida for nearly 20 years and has built one of the area’s strongest reputations for customer service. Every day is different—you might captain a private dolphin tour in the morning, help guests prepare for a boat rental, assist customers in our island store, or transport families to paradise aboard one of our water taxis. If you’re looking for a position where you can stay busy, enjoy working with people, and be part of an amazing team, we’d love to hear from you. Applicants without a valid USCG Captain’s License will not be considered. About Boats and Fun Boats and Fun is a family-owned and operated marine recreation company based on beautiful North Captiva Island. Our services include: • Water Taxi Service, • Private Boat Tours, • Boat Rentals, • Golf Cart Rentals, • Bikes, Kayaks & Paddleboard Rentals, • Island Gift Shop, • Beach Equipment Rentals We take pride in providing exceptional customer experiences and are looking for team members who do the same. What You’ll Do This is a true team member position—not just a captain’s job. Every day is different, and everyone helps wherever needed to provide an incredible guest experience. Captain Duties • Operate Water Taxi service throughout Pine Island Sound, • Captain private sightseeing and dolphin tours, • Safely transport passengers, luggage, groceries, and supplies, • Assist guests boarding and departing vessels, • Operate safely in changing weather and water conditions, • Deliver exceptional customer service every trip Our fleet includes Glacier Bay catamarans, deck boats, and other passenger vessels. Boat Rental Operations Help customers enjoy a safe and unforgettable day on the water by: • Teaching our boating orientation course, • Training renters on boat operation and local waterways, • Performing boat check-outs and inspections, • Assisting with reservations, • Answering customer questions, • Helping with boat returns Don’t worry—we’ll train you on our systems and boating course. Store & Island Operations Everyone on our team pitches in. You will also: • Assist customers in our island store, • Rent golf carts, kayaks, bikes, paddleboards and beach equipment, • Stock merchandise, • Help keep the marina, boats, docks and store clean and organized, • Load supplies and equipment, • Support coworkers during busy days We’re looking for someone who enjoys staying active and taking initiative—not someone who only wants to drive a boat. Who We’re Looking For Our ideal teammate is someone who is: • Friendly and outgoing, • Dependable and punctual, • Professional with customers, • A safe and confident boat operator, • Self-motivated, • A team player, • Willing to jump in wherever help is needed, • Comfortable working outdoors in a fast-paced environment If you enjoy making people’s vacations memorable, you’ll fit right in. Minimum Qualifications • Minimum 18 years old, • Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (OUPV / 6-Pack minimum), • Valid driver’s license, • Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen, background check and driving record check, • Must participate in our USCG random drug testing program, • Ability to lift 30–40 lbs regularly, • Ability to work weekends, holidays and flexible schedules Local knowledge of Pine Island Sound, North Captiva, Captiva, Boca Grande and surrounding waters is a plus but not required. Schedule We currently have: Full-Time • Year-round employment, • 40+ hours per week, • Overtime opportunities during busy seasons Part-Time / Seasonal Perfect for: • Semi-retired captains, • Local captains, • Firefighters or first responders, • Charter captains looking for additional income, • Anyone looking for flexible work on the water Available during: • Summer, • Spring Break, • Holiday seasons, • Weekends, • Evenings, • Special events Compensation • Starting at $20/hour (based on experience), • Plenty of overtime opportunities, • Additional pay for after-hours water taxi trips (up to $125+ per trip), • Holiday work opportunities, • Performance-based advancement Full-Time Benefits • Health Insurance, • 401(k) with Company Match, • Paid Time Off, • Life Insurance, • Employee Discounts, • Year-End Profit Sharing Bonus, • Overtime Opportunities, • Additional Income Through After-Hours Trips, • Stable Year-Round Employment, • Fun, family-oriented work environment Why Work With Boats and Fun? • Nearly 20 years in business, • Family-owned company with an outstanding reputation, • Beautiful waterfront work environment, • Variety—no two days are the same, • Opportunity to grow with the company, • Great coworkers, • Work where people come to have fun every day If you’re looking for more than “just another captain job” and want to be part of a company where your work truly matters, we’d love to meet you. How to Apply Please send us: • Name, • Phone Number, • Email Address, • Type of USCG Captain’s License, • Relevant boating experience, • Local boating knowledge (if any), • Current availability, • Whether you’re interested in Full-Time or Part-Time employment Boats and Fun is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.