Employment Opportunities at LCRE
SEASONAL HELP – YUMA AZ
We offer seasonal, part-time positions such as dock, concessions, and assistance with tour-related projects. These roles are ideal for retirees or those seeking occasional time by the Colorado River. Our tours operate from November through the end of March. This is our designated tour season.
Dockhand – This part-time role involves working approximately 5-6 hours per day on scheduled cruise days. Responsibilities include performing minor dock and boat maintenance, managing the loading and unloading of supplies onto the boat, setting up and cleaning buffet and table areas, as well as assisting with docklines.
Concessions – The candidate will be responsible for preparing, reheating, and cooking selected dishes in our private concession trailer. This part-time role requires approximately 5-6 hours of work per day on scheduled cruise days. Additional availability is required on Friday and Saturday nights during the summer from 8 PM to 1 AM, as well as select mornings on holiday weekends
What We Offer:
- A fun and engaging work environment
- Shift meals provided
- Opportunity to earn tips
- Potential fuel allowance
- Secure storage
- Dry camping opportunities
If you are experienced in cooking and enjoy a lively atmosphere, we would love to hear from you!
MASTER BOAT CAPTAINS WANTED – YUMA AZ
Lower Colorado River Excursions is located the Lower River and operates out of Fisher’s Landing Marina at Martinez Lake, AZ.
We are seeking experienced boat captains to helm our 52-passenger Paddle Wheeler and Liberty Jet Boat. This is a seasonal, part-time position from October to April each year. Our passenger manifests are consistently at capacity, with strong bookings every week throughout the season.
The position is ideally suited for semi-retired captains. We are looking for candidates who can engage with passengers in a friendly manner. Applicants must be experienced, personable, and dependable.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Current USCG Master Captain License 50 ton
• Minimum 5 years’ experience
• Proven experience and knowledge of boating operation and safety, river navigation is a plus
• Flexible schedule, applicant must be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekend
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• References required
COMPENSATION
• Salary based, in part, on experience
• Other benefits available upon hire
• RV/Trailer with hookups provided for layover
• Shift Meals
• Nice Weather
• Great Fishing
• Great Environment
OUPV/SIXPACK BOAT CAPTAINS WANTED – YUMA AZ
Lower Colorado River Excursions is located along the beautiful Colorado River and operates out of Fisher’s Landing Marina at Martinez Lake. We are accepting applications from experienced boat captains to helm our TowboatUS towboat. This is an on-call position, and because we need to be able to respond to dispatches promptly, applicants need to live locally, either full-time or part-time.
We value candidates who are not only experienced, but also personable and dependable.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Current USCG OUPV/SixPack with Towing Endorsement
• Minimum 3 years’ boating experience
• Proven experience and knowledge of boating operation and safety, river navigation is a plus
• Flexible schedule, applicant must be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekend
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• References required
COMPENSATION
• Salary based, in part, on experience
• Other benefits available upon hire
• Shift Meals
• Nice Weather
• Great Fishing
• Great Environment
Do you aspire to become a USCG Boat Captain in Yuma AZ?
In addition to time on the water, Captains generally receive above-average compensation and. LCRE offers hands on opportunities to help you obtain your captain’s license and gain the experience and sea service days needed to become a captain. Furthermore, we provide positions for dock hands, crew members on our tour boats and the towboat.