Skipper / Vessel Operator

  • Aquabus Ferries
  • Front-line
    • Full Time | 
    • Part Time | 
    • Permanent
    • Seasonal
  • 1333 Johnston Street Vancouver, Vancouver
  • 20 position available
  • Accessible Employer: No
  • Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes
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Posted on February 27, 2026

Job Description

Like the sunshine? Want to be on the water? Want to spend your summer (or longer) driving Vancouver’s iconic Aquabus Ferries? Apply now!

As a Skipper / Vessel Operator, you are tasked with operating our ferries as you pick up and drop off passengers around our 8 stops in False Creek, Vancouver. You will be trained how to operate our unique and iconic vessels safely and efficiently, all the while providing a great experience to our customers from all walks of life and all around the world.

This job is fast-paced, requires quick thinking, and is customer facing. Most of all, you get to be part of a great team full of friendly people of all ages. If that all sounds good to you, reach out to us by email with your resume and certificates!

Responsibilities & Qualifications

To be a Skipper / Vessel Operator, you need to have the following certificates:
1. Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP)
2. Small Domestic Vessel – Basic Safety (SDV-BS)
3. Radio Operator Certificate – Marine (ROC-M)
4. Valid First Aid (CPR-C, Marine first aid)

A good candidate will be:
– Motivated, confident, personable
– A good multitasker, and can think/react quickly
– Comfortable with customer service- you will interact with hundreds of people a day!
– Positive, energetic, and excited to learn

Salary/Wage

22.50/h-24.00/h

Other Perks/Benefits

Paid Training - Uniform included When fully trained on all boats pay goes up to 24/h. theaquabus.com

Job Application Process

Email us and we will reach out if we would like an interview!

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