American Cruise Lines

Mate

US Coast Guard Mate’s license (minimum 100T, 1600T desired); TWIC; 2–5 years mate experience on coastal and river waterways; basic marine engineering knowledge; strong communication and team-building skills; pre-employment drug testing; familiarity with Great Lakes routes.

Dishwasher - 2026 Season

Dishwasher

18+ years old; U.S. citizen or Green Card holder; able to perform essential functions; pre-employment drug test required.

Housekeeper - 2026 Season

Housekeeper

Must be 18+, U.S. citizen or Green Card holder; able to perform shipboard duties; pre-employment drug test; 28-week temporary assignment; grooming and conduct standards.

Deckhand - 2026 Season

Deckhand

Age at least 18; U.S. citizen or Green Card holder; able to perform essential functions; pre-employment drug test; alcohol restrictions; able to live/work aboard for up to 28 weeks.

Server - 2026 Season

Server

Seasonal shipboard server role requiring 18+ with U.S. citizenship or green card; ability to perform essential functions; pre-employment drug test; onboard safety duties; willingness to 28 weeks onboard; grooming standards observed.

Crew Member - 2026 Season

Crew Member

18+, U.S. citizen or Green Card holder, able to perform essential functions, post-employment drug test, temporary position up to 28 weeks, travel and housing provided.

Line Cook - 2026

Line Cook

Minimum 2 years culinary experience in full-service dining; experience cooking breakfast, lunch, and dinner; food safety knowledge; strong organizational and communication skills; TWIC; background check; pre-employment drug test; able to live and work onboard.

Lead Line Cook - 2026

Lead Line Cook

Lead line cook on shipboard; 4+ years in full-service restaurant/cruise/hotel; line cook with breakfast, lunch, dinner and buffets; English communication; ability to travel and work flexible schedules; must pass US Coast Guard drug test; TWIC; team leadership.

Senior Marine Trainer

USCG Master Mariner (100T Near-Coastal) with maritime training experience and strong classroom/ simulator instruction.

Maritime Civil Engineer

Design and plan port infrastructure, manage permits, CAD use, and collaborate with leadership. PE preferred; maritime experience valued; in-person at Guilford, CT.

Safety Coordinator

Emergency response/marine safety program experience; Coast Guard experience; strong communication and MS Office skills.

Marine Trainer

Licensed USCG mariner (100T Master or Mate) with maritime training experience; strong teaching, program development, and IT skills.

Assistant Port Engineer - Central Region

Assistant Port Engineer

Experience in vessel machinery maintenance, dry-dock planning, and coordinating repairs; knowledge of engines and auxiliary systems; strong leadership and safety skills.

High school diploma, valid driver's license, TWIC, willingness to travel 50-75% to ships, located in Central U.S., background check and pre-employment physical.

Oversee repairs and maintenance planning, coordinate dry-docks, and ensure vessel systems meet regulatory and company standards. Travel 50-75% to ships; requires HS diploma, driver’s license, and TWIC.

Oversee vessel propulsion and auxiliary systems repairs, schedule dry-docks, manage maintenance programs, and ensure regulatory compliance; travel 50-75%; lead engineers and technicians.

Prioritize vessel repairs, plan maintenance, oversee repairs, ensure safety and regulatory compliance; diagnose machinery, lead maintenance teams, and coordinate with Port Engineer.

Title	Location	Date
Mate Full Time · 2+ YOE Detroit, Michigan, United States · Onsite	Detroit, Michigan, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Dishwasher - 2026 Season Full Time · $52K-$73K United States · Onsite	United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Housekeeper - 2026 Season Full Time, Temporary United States · Onsite	United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Deckhand - 2026 Season Contract, Full Time · $52K-$73K United States · Onsite	United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Server - 2026 Season Full Time · $52K-$73K United States · Onsite	United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Crew Member - 2026 Season Full Time, Temporary, Seasonal · $52K-$73K United States · Onsite	United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Line Cook - 2026 Full Time · 2+ YOE United States · Onsite	United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Lead Line Cook - 2026 Full Time · 4+ YOE United States · Onsite	United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Senior Marine Trainer Full Time Salt Lake City, Utah, United States · Onsite	Salt Lake City, Utah, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Maritime Civil Engineer Full Time Guilford, Connecticut, United States · Onsite	Guilford, Connecticut, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Safety Coordinator Full Time Guilford, Connecticut, United States · Onsite	Guilford, Connecticut, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Marine Trainer Full Time Salt Lake City, Utah, United States · Onsite	Salt Lake City, Utah, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Assistant Port Engineer - Central Region Full Time St. Paul, Minnesota, United States · Onsite	St. Paul, Minnesota, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Assistant Port Engineer - Central Region Full Time Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States · Onsite	Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Assistant Port Engineer - Central Region Full Time Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States · Onsite	Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Assistant Port Engineer - Central Region Full Time Detroit, Michigan, United States · Onsite	Detroit, Michigan, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Assistant Port Engineer - Central Region Full Time Alpena or United States · Onsite	Alpena or United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026

Activities	River cruise operationsCoastal cruise servicesDestination-themed educational programmingGuided shore excursionsOnboard hospitality services
Headquarters	US
Industries	Cruise LinesTravel & Tourism
Name	American Cruise Lines
Employees	1,702
Type	Private
Subsidiaries	Pearl Seas CruisesChesapeake ShipbuildingAmerican Queen Voyages
Tagline	Operates small ship and river cruises within the United States.
Founded	1,972
Website	americancruiselines.com
Latest Funding Round	Debt Financing
Latest Funding Year	2,020

American Cruise Lines

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