Ferry Crew Member I

State of North Carolina; Washington (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the State of North Carolina as a Ferry Crew Member I, responsible for ensuring safety during passenger and vehicle operations on U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels. This entry-level position offers full state benefits and competitive salaries, with a unique shift schedule of 7 days on, 7 days off. Ideal candidates will possess relevant credentials and demonstrate knowledge of seamanship and firefighting principles.

Benefits

Full State Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Ordinary Seaman Certificate issued by the US Coast Guard.
• Presentation of TWIC and valid USCG Merchant Mariner’s Credential.

Responsibilities

• Perform work on board U.S. Coast Guard certified vessels focusing on safety.
• Enforce safety and security regulations per U.S. Coast Guard standards.

Skills

Knowledge of basic seamanship

Firefighting principles

Personal survival techniques

Job description

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

Position Overview

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, under supervision, focusing on safety during passenger and vehicle loading/unloading, and maintaining deck and mechanical equipment. The role includes enforcing safety and security regulations per U.S. Coast Guard standards and may involve shore duties.

Work Location and Schedule

Based at the Pamlico River Ferry Operations, this position involves shift work — 7 days on, 7 days off.

Requirements

• Presentation of TWIC and valid USCG Merchant Mariner’s Credential, including a current medical card, at interview.
• Knowledge of basic seamanship, firefighting principles, rescue boat operation, and personal survival techniques.
• Experience in launching and operating rescue boats and recovering persons from water.
• Ability to demonstrate proper fire extinguisher use.
• Possession of a valid Ordinary Seaman Certificate issued by the US Coast Guard.
• Possession of a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum requirements, including relevant education and experience, which can be combined. For details, see oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide.

Contact

René Basnight - 252-423-5125 - [e-mail]

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industries: Transportation