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
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!
Apply Now
Posted on February 27, 2026