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Catalina Express remains the leader in marine transportation to Catalina Island and provides a unique, upbeat and friendly work environment.

We offer seasonal and year round employment. With our passenger counts normally peaking between April and September, we begin recruiting seasonal staff in February of each year to start training for the busy spring and summer months. With Labor Day officially ending summer, we gradually begin reducing our staff to compensate for the change in business demands during the fall and winter months.

If an employee is not retained during our off-peak season, but maintained a positive employment record with Catalina Express he/she may be invited to come back the following season.

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If you or anyone you know is interested in learning more about Catalina Express seasonal or year round employment opportunities, please call our toll-free job hotline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at:

• For a listing of essential job functions, please contact our human resources department. (800) 404-8483
• Download Job Application (PDF)

 

SEASONAL POSITIONS

Ticket Agent – Mainland (positions available in San Pedro and Long Beach ports)

• Description: As an agent at our busy ticket sales counters, you will handle passenger check-in for scheduled departures/returns, book walk-in reservations, and provide general customer assistance.
• Requirements: 6 months cash handling experience; able to work at fast pace; basic computer knowledge; typing 20+ wpm. Ability to work a combination of early a.m.s, afternoons, p.m.s & weekends. Holidays required. Must pass background check.
• Department Hours: 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday
• Scheduled Hours: Approx. 15 hours/week through mid-June & 20-40 hours per week from mid-June through mid-September (4-8 hour shifts per day).
• Compensation: $9.00/hr to start, with a potential increase up to $9.50/hr upon a 90-day performance review. Attire: Company uniforms are required.
• How to Apply: In person at the Catalina Terminal, located at Berth 95 in San Pedro or at the Catalina Landing, located at 320 Goldenshore, Lower Level, in Long Beach, Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. You can also apply over the telephone, 24 hours a day, by calling the job hotline number .

Cabin Attendants

As members of our boat crew, Cabin Attendants provide beverage and snack service both behind the galley and to seated passengers.  Primary responsibilities are to ensure passenger safety and comfort.

Qualified candidates will be at least 21 years of age and possess a minimum of 6 months cash handling, restaurant and/or bartending experience, not be prone to seasickness and be able to pass a U.S. Coast Guard required drug screen.  Must be able to work a combination of early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.  Must be able to work out of all four Catalina Express ports. 

Scheduled shifts begin as early as 4:45 a.m. and may end as late as 2:00 a.m.  Normal shifts range from 6 to 12 hours per day.  If hired you may work between 25 to 45 hours per week through October. 

• Compensation: The starting wage for this position is $9 per hour plus tips and you will be eligible for free travel aboard company vessels and discounted family travel rates if hired. 
• How to Apply: Please apply in person at our San Pedro Terminal, located at Berth 95, Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.  You should be prepared to thoroughly complete our company application, including work history and employer telephone numbers.  You will also meet with one of our hiring representatives for a brief screening interview. 

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