Casual Able Bodied (AB) Seaman - Cape May Lewes Ferry

Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA); Cape May (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA) in Cape May, NJ seeks a Casual Able Bodied Seaman to support vessel operations and safety. This part-time role involves assisting passengers, maintaining vessel cleanliness, and monitoring communications equipment.

The position requires safety training, the ability to work outdoors in all weather, and flexibility for weekend shifts. Hourly rate is $23.75, with no guaranteed hours and the opening date is February 26, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license, TWIC, and MMC endorsed as Able Seaman.
• Must be able to work indoors/outdoors in all weather and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist passengers for safe transit and demonstrate safety equipment usage.
• Maintain vessel cleanliness and perform security and watch duties.
• Monitor AV/PA equipment for quality and clarity.
• Provide high level customer service to internal and external customers.
• Contribute to safe operation of vessels and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Handling mooring and heaving lines

Vessel rescue boats operation

Lifesaving and firefighting equipment

Fueling vessels

Traverse ladders and ramps

Work near water and rotating machinery

Customer service skills

Line and wire splicing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

CASUAL Able Bodied (AB) Seaman

Location: Cape May, NJ

Hourly Rate: $23.75

Opening Date: February 26, 2026 Closing Date: Until Filled

I. POSITION SUMMARY

This position is a casual position responsible for the operation and upkeep of all vessels and related equipment in accordance with the Captain's and/or Pilot's, Boatswain's instructions. Work is performed indoors/outdoors and can be in any weather condition. Work schedules can be modified to fit the departmental needs which may require the employee to work shift work and/or weekends. This casual position is part-time with no guaranteed number of hours, nor are there any guaranteed assignments.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist passengers in making their transit safe and enjoyable, demonstrate the use of safety equipment as required, monitor passenger access/egress areas for safety and integrity
• Maintain vessel cleanliness: hosing, buffing, swabbing, sweeping and scrubbing the vessel, maintain a proper lookout, conducting watchman tour
• Monitor AV/PA equipment for quality, volume and clarity
• Provide the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and external customers
• Contributes to the safe operation of vessels and equipment
• Responds decisively and effectively to emergency situations

III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Handling mooring and heaving lines
• Handling of vessel rescue boats under power and oars
• Knowledge and ability to use effectively all forms of lifesaving and firefighting equipment
• Fueling vessels
• Ability to traverse inclined and vertical ladders and ramps
• Confidence and ability to work with and around rotating machinery, and close to the water's edge
• Possess excellent Customer Service Skills
• Line and wire splicing

IV. TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENTS

• Decks voids and bulwarks of vessels of vessels

V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATES

• Valid driver's license
• Valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card)
• Valid MMC (Merchant Mariners Credential) endorsed as Able Seaman

VI. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent related experience

VII. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Subject to a background investigation
• Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with a financial institution or enroll in the payroll card program to receive their bi-weekly pay
• Subject to a pre-employment drug test