Ferry Crew Member I

State of North Carolina; New Bern (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 exciting role involves working on U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels, ensuring passenger safety, and maintaining equipment. With a focus on career development and full state benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment. Applicants should possess essential maritime certifications and demonstrate knowledge of seamanship and safety practices. If you are passionate about maritime operations and safety, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Full State Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic seamanship and shipboard terms.
• Experience with launching and operating rescue boats.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety assessments and enforce safety regulations.
• Maintain equipment and assist with loading and unloading.

Skills

Knowledge of basic seamanship

Firefighting principles

Launching and operating rescue boats

Personal survival techniques

Fire extinguisher use

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.

Employees perform responsible work on board U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels, including safety assessments, loading and unloading passengers and vehicles, maintaining equipment, and enforcing safety regulations.

The role is based at Cherry Branch Ferry Operations and involves shift work — 7 days on, 7 days off.

Applicants must present a valid TWIC and USCG Merchant Mariners Credential with a current medical card during the interview.

Required qualifications include:

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

Applicants may qualify through education, experience, or a combination of both, as detailed at oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide.

Must possess a valid Ordinary Seaman Certificate issued by the US Coast Guard and a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Contact: Renà Basnight at 252-423-5125 or [e-mail].

Ensure your application reflects all relevant education and work experience, as incomplete applications will not be considered.