Ship Captain (Full-Time, Seasonal) 

Heritage Park – Calgary AB

Posted March 1, 2023 

Heritage Park is looking for an experienced individual to join our team.   Take the wheel of one of Park’s most iconic attractions as the captain of the S.S. Moyie. Haul up the anchor and work in the fresh air of the quarterdeck, sailing the Calgary Glenmore Reservoir multiple times every day! Apply now for this exciting position and spend your summer on the water.  

The Ship Captain ensures scheduled passenger service on the S.S. Moyie operates in a safe and efficient manner. Supervises staff and ensures the ship is operated in accordance with all government regulations and Heritage Park Policies. 

This is an annual seasonal full-time position role that runs from May to September.   

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Navigates the vessel in designated areas. 
• Provides Customer service and information to passengers in a courteous and friendly manner, accepts tickets, and deal with any passenger problems. 
• Maintains scheduled passenger service. 
• Assess weather, vessel, and other conditions; Suspend service if passenger or vessel safety is at risk. 
• Ensures the vessel is properly maintained, serviced, and repaired in accordance with Department of Transports standards and regulations, and that the vessel successfully passes inspections. 
• Assists in the selection of staff and evaluates aspects of their job performance as required. 
• Responsible for ensuring all pre- and post-season vessel preparations are completed. 
• Schedules staff for private functions held on the vessel after regular Park hours. 
• Provides support to the Reservoir Safety Patrol Boat by reporting problem situations and specifying their location. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

 Education, Credentials and Experience 

• Completion of High School 
• Training in relevant areas of seamanship.  
• Must hold a Minister’s certificate -Masters, Limited for a vessel of 60 gross tonnages or more. 
• Three (3) years of job-related experience. 
• Is well-versed and knowledgeable in marine safety procedures. 

  Skills: 

• Strong supervisory skills, the ability to spot and solve problems, 
• Excellent judgement and decision-making,  
• Good verbal and written communication skills  
• Health and safety-oriented attitude 

 Hours of work  

• 40 hours per week. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.   
• Must adhere to costume policies by wearing a designated costume provided by Heritage Park.  

 Contact Tricia Dalton for more info: hr@heritagepark.ca

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