Captain (Master)

divh2Captain For R/V Lake Guardian/h2pCardinal Point Captains, Inc. (CPC) is seeking a qualified, professional candidate to support the EPA 180-foot Research Vessel (R/V) Lake Guardian. The ship sails extensively throughout the Great Lakes from April through October and is homeported in Milwaukee Wisconsin. R/V Lake Guardian is the largest vessel in the U.S. EPA fleet and is used to sample water, aquatic life, sediments, and air to assess the overall health of the Great Lakes ecosystem./ppTasks/pulliOversee all aspects of the vessels operation, including navigation, maintenance, crew management, and compliance with maritime regulations./liliCommand and operate the research vessel, ensuring safe navigation and adherence to maritime regulations./liliPlan and execute voyage plans, considering weather conditions, sea states, and research objectives./liliEnsure compliance with international, national, and local maritime laws and regulations./liliImplement and enforce safety protocols and emergency procedures./liliMaintain accurate logs and records of vessel operations, including navigation, maintenance, and crew activities./liliCoordinate with engineers and technicians to address technical issues and perform routine upkeep./liliManage the vessels expenses, ensuring cost-effective operations./liliWork closely with scientific researchers to understand their requirements and support their mission objectives./liliFoster a positive and professional work environment on board./li/ulpRequirements/pulliThe minimum licensing requirements for the Master is a valid USCG license of Master of Self-Propelled Vessels of Unlimited Tonnage upon Great Lakes and Inland waters with licensing or MMC officer endorsement required to serve as a pilot on a vessel in the Great Lakes as specified in 46 CFR 15.812./liliExperience serving as a Master onboard research vessels is desirable./liliMust be able to work collegially with scientists, natural resource managers, and educators./liliMust be a member, or willing to become a member of the International Organization of Masters, Mates, and Pilots union./liliMust be able to pass a drug screening and background check./liliMust maintain a U.S. passport as well as have a valid US state issued drivers license./li/ulpAAP/EEO Statement/ppCPC is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status./p/div