Ferry Crew Member I

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to safety and service on U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels. This role involves ensuring the safety of passengers and vehicles while performing essential duties aboard the ferry. With a focus on teamwork and responsibility, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in seamanship and emergency response. The position offers competitive salaries, comprehensive state benefits, and a structured work schedule of 7 days on, 7 days off. If you are passionate about maritime safety and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

State Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid Ordinary Seaman Certificate and TWIC required.
• Knowledge of seamanship and firefighting principles essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform work aboard U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels.
• Maintain deck and mechanical equipment, ensuring safety.

Skills

Knowledge of basic seamanship

Understanding of firefighting principles

Experience with rescue boats

Knowledge of personal survival techniques

Ability to handle fire extinguishers

Education

Ordinary Seaman Certificate

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Job description

Job Opportunity with NCDOT

This position offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries, and numerous career development opportunities.

Individuals in this role perform responsible work aboard U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels. Work assessment is supervised by the Able-Bodied Seaman and Ferry Master, focusing on safety related to the boarding, loading, and unloading of passengers and vehicles. Additional duties include maintaining deck and electrical/mechanical equipment, passenger facilities, and enforcing safety and security regulations per U.S. Coast Guard standards. Employees may also perform shore duties and other assigned tasks.

This position is based at the Southport Ferry Operations and involves shift work—7 days on, 7 days off.

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

Applicants should submit an application that clearly details relevant work experience demonstrating:

• Knowledge of basic seamanship, including marlinspike, helm commands, and shipboard terminology.
• Understanding of firefighting principles, fire classes, and extinguishing techniques, including proper fire hose handling.
• Experience with launching and operating rescue boats and recovering unconscious persons from water.
• Knowledge of personal survival techniques and safety/social responsibility.
• Practical ability to remove a 50 lbs fire extinguisher, carry it to a fire, and properly discharge it.

Note: Some state job postings accept an "equivalent combination of education and experience." You may qualify through education, experience, or a combination of both. For details, see oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide.

Required qualifications include possession of a valid Ordinary Seaman Certificate issued by the US Coast Guard and a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) issued by TSA.

For inquiries, contact René Basnight at 252-423-5125 or [e-mail].

Applicants must meet all minimum and Knowledge, Skills, and Ability requirements. Ensure your application fully details your education and work experience, and answer all questions accurately.

NCDOT does not accept "See Attached" or "See Resume" in place of complete education and work experience details. Only the most recent application submitted before the posting deadline will be considered.