Seasonal USCG Boat Captains Job at Windsurfing Hilton Head, Inc. in Hilton Head

Outside Brands is committed to enriching lives by connecting people to exceptional places, products, and experiences!

Are you a Licensed USCG Captain? If so, then consider joining the Southeast’s leading guide service / outfitter, Outside Brands!

Our ideal candidate will be “*_Humble, Hungry and Smart*_”, have excellent communication skills, be able to effectively manage multiple initiatives, and be open to providing and receiving feedback to our team. If you have these skills and meet or exceed our qualifications below, we would love to meet you! Positions available for passionate captains in Savannah, Palmetto Bluff, and Hilton Head.

For over 40 Years Outside Brands has built a reputation as a top place to work in the region. Great benefits including Health Care, Profit Sharing, and 401K. Industry leading compensation packages and a team atmosphere.

Position Summary

Responsible for providing outstanding and safe on-water experiences by creating a balanced presentation of nature, culture, and history as well as education and sport-specific technique. Outside embodies and motivate every team member to fulfill Outside’s mission “To enrich lives by connecting people to exceptional places, products, and experiences.”

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide superior experiences to every Outside Brands guest, connecting our guests to the history, culture, and nature of the local area.
• Demonstrate proficiency with boat handling skills and be willing to work with Outside staff in bringing skills up to standard.
• Stay up-to-date with local history, nature, and wildlife topics.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner, conforming to and/or exceeding regulations. This includes maintaining the company-issued Guide Box on each vessel.

Maintain current credentials:

• USGC License
• TWIC Card
• APCA Drug Consortium Membership
• MROP (Master Captains only)
• SCDNR Fishing License (if applicable)
• First Aid/CPR

• Maintain and clean all equipment, including tackle, to the highest standard per Outside Brands policy. This includes accurately maintaining refueling records in the appropriate fuel log. Communicate any exceptions to the SS Manager.
• Complete all trip paperwork per company policy.
• For fishing captains, includes completion of fishing log and submission to SCDNR.
• Be prepared for a trip at any time when scheduled as GOC, keeping clean uniform and safety equipment on hand.
• Arrive at least 30 minutes early to prepare for trips.
• Communicate any operational incidents to the Director of Program Operations and/or CEO.
• Operate from any Outside Brands location as scheduled.
• Follow direction of any location-specific manager.
• Attend periodic Captain, guide, and all-staff meetings.
• Support an environment of learning and trust by acting as a positive role model.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Additional duties as requested

• Ability to operate a boat safely without GPS- USCG approved marine license is required
• Previous South Carolina coastal water boating experience preferred
• Line handling skills including ability to tie various knots, toss, and cleat lines.
• Unlimited or unimpaired ability to walk, bend, stoop, climb and work safely around water, on a ladder or in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to use a PC and radio.
• Skilled in the use of a golf cart or other motorized vehicle.
• Capability to operate small handheld and power tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic boating mechanics in case of emergency on the water
• Ability to read, write and comprehend scheduling directives

Outside Brands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, or any other characteristics required by law.