Ferry Crewmember

GovFirst; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

GovFirst is hiring a Ferry Crewmember to support vessel operations in Surry, VA. You will assist with loading and unloading vehicles and passengers, and help maintain safety and security according to Coast Guard and VDOT regulations.

This full-time role requires a High School Diploma or GED and MMC AB/QMED credentials within two years, plus a valid driver’s license and background check. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Experience performing manual labor using basic hand tools.
• Experience in emergency response activities preferred.
• Knowledge of seamanship, line handling, and marine terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct vehicles and passengers with clear signals during loading and unloading.
• Maintain safety by keeping proper vehicle spacing and monitoring decks.
• Secure first and last vehicles and assist with docking as required.
• Provide information and assistance to passengers.
• Perform vessel security checks and respond to emergencies.
• Keep assigned areas clean and orderly.

Skills

Manual labor

Hand tools

Emergency response

Seamanship basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Merchant Marine Credential MMC AB/QMED endorsement

Job description

Surry, United States | Posted on 09/02/2026

Job Title: Ferry Crewmember
Location:Surry, VA23883
Employment Type: Full-Time (W2)

GovFirst is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Ferry Crewmember to support ferry vessel operations. This role serves as a key member of the ferry boat crew, assisting with the safe loading and unloading of vehicles and passengers, maintaining vessel safety and security, and ensuring compliance with all U.S. Coast Guard and VDOT regulations .

Responsibilities

• Direct vehicles and passengers to the proper location with clearly understood signals during loading and unloading operations.
• Ensure proper spacing between vehicles to maintain passenger and vessel safety.
• Properly check and secure the first and last vehicles in each lane.
• Provide information and assistance to passengers.
• Properly handle vessel lines and assist with docking and undocking operations as required.
• Stand lookout watch when assigned and remain alert during vessel operations.
• Patrol vessel decks to ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
• Maintain awareness of security concerns and report suspicious behavior or violations immediately.
• Perform security sweeps of the vessel between crossings to ensure all passenger access areas are clear before reloading.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and assist in emergency response activities.
• Serve as an emergency helmsman when trained and directed.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned areas and ensure trash is removed regularly.
• Perform routine duties to maintain the safety, cleanliness, and orderliness of the vessel.

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience performing manual labor using basic hand tools.
• Experience participating in emergency response activities preferred.
• Knowledge of seamanship, line handling, and basic marine terminology preferred.

Required Education & Credentials

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; equivalent experience or training may be considered.
• Required to obtain a Merchant Marine Credential (MMC) with AB or QMED endorsement within two (2) years of hire.
• Existing Merchant Marine credentials or endorsements are a plus.

Required Work Authorization

Required Licensing & Background Check

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check required.

GovFirst is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.