Ferry Crew Member I

State of North Carolina; Bolivia (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Ferry Crew Member I to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels, ensuring the safety of passengers and vehicles during loading and unloading. With a focus on career development and competitive salaries, this position provides a supportive environment for growth. Candidates will be responsible for maintaining equipment and enforcing safety regulations while working in a shift-based schedule. If you have a passion for maritime work and meet the qualifications, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.

Benefits

Full State Benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic seamanship and shipboard terms.
• Experience in firefighting and safety techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform work on board U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels.
• Maintain deck and electrical/mechanical equipment.

Skills

Basic seamanship knowledge

Firefighting principles

Rescue boat operation

Personal survival techniques

Fire extinguisher use

Education

US Coast Guard Ordinary Seaman Certificate

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Job description

Join to apply for the Ferry Crew Member I role at State of North Carolina.

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries, and many career development opportunities.

Individuals in this role perform responsible work on board U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels. Work is supervised by the Able-Bodied Seaman and Ferry Master, focusing on safety related to passenger and vehicle loading/unloading. Duties include maintaining deck and electrical/mechanical equipment and passenger facilities. Employees are responsible for enforcing safety and security regulations per U.S. Coast Guard guidelines. Shore duties and other tasks may be assigned.

This position operates out of Southport Ferry Operations and involves shift work—7 days on, 7 days off.

Applicants must present a valid TWIC and USCG Merchant Mariner Credential, including a current medical card, during the interview process.

Applicants should submit an application detailing relevant work experience demonstrating:

1. Knowledge of basic seamanship and shipboard terms.
2. Knowledge of firefighting principles and hose handling techniques.
3. Experience launching and operating rescue boats and recovering persons from water.
4. Experience in personal survival techniques and safety.
5. Ability to demonstrate proper fire extinguisher use and fire suppression techniques.

Qualifications include possession of a US Coast Guard Ordinary Seaman Certificate and a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

For more details, see oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide. Applicants must meet all minimum and knowledge, skills, and ability requirements and include all relevant education and work experience in their application. "See Attached" or "See Resume" is not acceptable as a substitute.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Restaurants

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