Casual Ordinary Seaman - Cape May Lewes Ferry

Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA); Cape May (NJ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA) is seeking a Casual Ordinary Seaman in Cape May, NJ. The role offers an hourly rate of $16.50–$18.50 and entails vessel upkeep, cleaning, safety checks, and customer-facing duties.

This part-time position has no guaranteed hours and requires the ability to work shifts, weekends, and varying weather conditions. Responsibilities include cleaning utilities and public areas, assisting with safety and security on vessels, and supporting crew operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, TWIC, and MMC endorsed as Ordinary Seaman.

Responsibilities

• Proper cleaning of vessel's bathrooms
• Trash removal from the vessel on every arrival
• Cleaning and polishing brass/stainless surfaces/windows
• Snow removal and salting to maintain safe footing aboard the vessel
• Other duties as assigned
• Provides 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

Skills

Customer service

Safety procedures

Situational awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TWIC

MMC

Driver's license

Job description

CASUAL Ordinary Seaman

Location: Cape May, NJ

Hourly Rate: $16.50 - $18.50

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

I. POSITION SUMMARY

This position is a /casual marine position which includes upkeep of all vessels and related equipment in accordance with the Captain's and/or Pilot's, Boatswain's instructions. Most job responsibilities require little or no previous skills. Required to hose, buff, swab, sweep, and scrub the vessel as well as monitor passenger access/egress areas for safety and integrity. This position is required to work safely and efficiently in accordance with instructions, general operating practices, and procedures. Work is focused on immediate unit with limited awareness of related areas. Work schedules can be modified to fit the departmental needs which may require the employee to work shift work and/or weekends. Work is performed indoors/outdoors and can be in any weather condition. This casual position is part-time with no guaranteed minimum number of hours, nor are there any guaranteed assignments.

I. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proper cleaning of vessel's bathrooms
• Trash removal from the vessel on every arrival
• Cleaning and polishing brass/stainless surfaces/windows
• Snow removal and salting to maintain safe footing aboard the vessel
• Other duties as assigned
• Provides 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

• Possess excellent customer service skills
• Ability to understand relevant Authority policies and procedures and safety techniques
• Ability to traverse inclined and vertical ramps and ladders
• Ability to provide superior customer service to everyone by responding in a courteous and efficient manner

IV. TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENTS

• Decks 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 Ordinary 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
• Subject to a pre-employment physical and regulatory drug testing
• 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