Alliance Captain

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
 
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Requisition Summary

The M/Y Alliance is a 136’ Delta Marine yacht used for entertaining PACCAR clients, customers, and suppliers. The yacht assets and operations are expected to be kept to the highest standards for engineering, appearance, service, and safety. The operation of the yacht should be a reflection of PACCAR's culture and an example of PACCAR quality. The captain is directly responsible for the yacht and yacht operations.
The vessel’s home port is Meydenbauer Bay, Bellevue Washington. The summer cruising season runs from May to September and consists of up to twentry-five cruise trips, with two to four night per trip for up to eight guests. Days off are provided between trips for crew time off and next trip preparation. Cruising is done on inland waters of Washington State and British Columbia. Before and after the summer season, spring and fall dinner cruises are run on Lake Washington with sit-down dining for up to twenty-four passengers. In the past specialty cruises have included summer cruises in Alaska winter cruising in Mexico.
The Alliance runs with a crew of four – captain, engineer, chef, and steward. Each crew member has a private cabin, head, and shower. The crew operates with the attitude of all-hands helping or everyone-helps-everyone flexible approach. The summer crusing schedule requires that crew members be comfortable working away from home port for extended periods remote waters. Crew members are expected to pass a coast guard physical exam and remain physically and mentally fit.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Operate the vessel as outlined in Vessel Operations and keep to scheduled cruise timing.
• Keep highest safety in operations. Inspect and operate the vessel to ensure safety of crew and passengers.
• Conform to understand applicable regulations.
• Direct and supervise the crew. Assign crew duties and watches.
• Steer and operate the vessel or order crew to steer vessel.
• Manage the procurement of supplies and equipment.
• Arrange and manage vessel maintenance and haul out for winter work.
• Adhere to the established operating and maintenance budget
• Operate a dedicated continuous improvement program, with annual goals and performance metrics.
• Set expectations for ongoing training and manage crew participation in training.
• Interact comfortably and professionally with guests and PACCAR managers.

Skills / Competencies

• Skill in all aspects of large motor yacht operations including boat handling, navigation, and safety
• Geographic knowledge of northwest inland cruising waters from Puget Sound north to Alaska
• Good communication skills and strong leadership experience
• Proficiency in navigation using radio, depth finder, radar, lights, GPS, charts, buoys, lighthouses, and knowledge of local conditions
• Proficiency in position computation using charts, area plotting sheets, compass, and sextant
• Ability to manage an emergency situation and give direction in a calm manner
• Business knowledge appropriate for yacht operation and budget management
• Knowledge of shipyard repair and maintenance
• Knowledge of vessel engineering and technical troubleshooting experience

Expectations

• Become quickly familiar with operation of M/Y Alliance and earn the confidence of current crew and PACCAR senior management.
• Live on board during the cruising season. Crew quarters are single occupancy and crew members are not allowed to entertain.
• Understand and embrace the PACCAR culture quickly to become an effective company ambassador hosting important guests.
• Embrace PACCAR's culture which demands attention to detail and a relentless commitment to quality and service.
• Pass the US Coast Guard fitness examination.

Experience / Education

Required:

• Five years minimum experience operating as captain of yacht 100' or larger.
• U.S. Coast Guard National Master 500 License.
• STCW certification.
• First aid and CPR qualifications.

Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short-and long-term disability programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for this position is $125,500-$203,500  annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.