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The Crew Network

Captain in United States

Start date : 10th June 2025

100,000 USD($)

per year

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Position Captain

Vessel/Shorebased Type 20m (66ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Posted 30th May 2025

Job ID #2773372

Summary

Position: CAPTAIN with solid engineering skills - US flagged

In the cover letter confirm location, availability and motivation for this role

Yacht: MOTOR 19m / 63' - private 

 

Job ID: 1601688

 

Location: USA

 

Start date: ASAP

 

Itinerary: Seasonal in Maine (June–September); Remainder based on yacht itinerary (currently St. Thomas, USVI)


Licence Required: USCG 100gt+ 

 

Requirements: Strong engineering skills

  • STCW + Refresher
  • ENG1 or current fit for duty marine medical (valid for 6 months)
  • Passport - US / green card holder
  • Covid vaccination
  • Background as a stew/mate, bosun, or first mate with strong systems knowledge.
  • Familiarity with vessel upkeep, marine systems, and basic mechanical/electrical troubleshooting.
  • Comfortable with cooking simple, quality meals while on board.
  • Confident managing schedules, projects, and property upkeep independently.
  • Self-starting, respectful, and professional with good communication skills.

Bonus Points For:

  • Carpentry, plumbing, or general trades experience.
  • Familiarity with Maine coastal cruising or Caribbean passages.
  • A track record of stepping up and handling both deck and interior responsibilities.

Background check and drug testing may apply.

 

Responsibilities: Captain/Engineer

 

Job Specifics: 


Are you a first mate or stew/mate with a captain’s license looking for your own command — and a unique lifestyle role that combines time at sea with time managing a private island? We’re seeking an ambitious, hands-on professional to serve as both Captain of a 63' Hatteras and Manager of a private 38-acre island off the coast of Maine.

This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of your own boat while gaining valuable land-based management experience. You’ll live aboard the yacht when underway and transition to a shared crew house on the island during the summer. The role offers a balance of autonomy, adventure, and responsibility — ideal for someone ready to step up.


Lifestyle & Expectations:

This is a hybrid land/sea role with significant autonomy and responsibility. During the summer, you'll be based on the island (shared crew house provided). The rest of the year, you’ll live aboard the yacht and manage maintenance and movement as needed. Flexibility, resourcefulness, and a can-do attitude are essential.


Why This Role?

  • Command your own yacht — no rotating captain hierarchy
  • Manage a private island — gain skills beyond the dock
  • Stable private ownership — not a charter grind
  • Balanced lifestyle — seasonal rhythm with variety
  • Be part of something personal, well-maintained, and respected

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Housing provided (crew house in Maine, yacht otherwise)
  • All food costs covered while on duty
  • Health care provided
  • Cell phone allowance
  • Travel covered to and from duty locations
  • Potential for long-term placement with stability and ownership involvement

Key Responsibilities:

Yacht Captain Duties (Year-round):

  • Operate and maintain a 63' Hatteras motor yacht, including navigation, mechanical systems, and safety.
  • Plan and carry out passages (currently in the Caribbean and U.S. East Coast).
  • Handle provisioning, light interior care, and cooking for owner while aboard.
  • Oversee compliance with all USCG and safety regulations.
  • Coordinate additional crew when needed for trips or maintenance.

Island Manager Duties (June–September):

  • Manage day-to-day operations of a 38-acre private island used seasonally.
  • Maintain and operate island vessels, docks, and marine infrastructure.
  • Supervise or coordinate seasonal help, tradespeople, and service vendors.
  • Handle supply runs and logistics to and from the mainland.
  • Prepare the property for owner use in early summer and shutdown in fall.

 

Salary range: $100000.00 - $100000.00 Salary/year

 

Commercial Registered Yacht: no private under 500gt

Visas

  • Green Card (or US Citizen)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

Location

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  • Homeport United States
  • Destination United States
  • Current Location United States

About The Crew Network

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