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08365 - Ferry Crew Member

Virginia Department of Transportation
Posted 5 days ago, valid for a day
Location

Surry, VA, US

Salary

$32,970 - $53,577 per year

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position involves serving as a member of a ferry boat crew and requires adherence to U.S. Coast Guard and VDOT regulations.
  • Responsibilities include loading and unloading vehicles, ensuring passenger safety, and maintaining cleanliness on the vessel.
  • Candidates should have experience in communication, emergency response activities, and manual labor, along with knowledge of seamanship and marine terminology.
  • A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain various certifications, including CPR and Emergency Helmsman certification, are necessary for this role.
  • The job typically requires a minimum of two years of relevant experience, with a salary range of approximately $40,000 to $50,000 annually.
Serve as a member of a ferry boat crew adhering to all U.S. Coast Guard and VDOT regulations while representing VDOT in positive manner.

How you will contribute:
  • Loading and Unloading of Ferry: Direct vehicles and passengers to proper locations with clearly understood signals. Ensure proper spacing between vehicles. Allow safe egress of passengers. Property chock first and last vehicle in each lane. Provide information and assistance to passengers.
  • Vessel Operations: Properly handle lines as required. Correctly stand lookout watch when required. Properly patrol decks and ensure compliance with safety and health regulations. Ensure cleanliness of assigned areas and empty trash. Serve as Emergency Helmsman. Other duties as assigned to maintain the safety, cleanliness and orderliness of the vessel.
  • Vessel Security and Emergency Response: During routine patrols of the vessel, be alert to security violations and suspicious behavior. Respond appropriately to emergency situations. Perform security sweep of vessel between unloading and loading to ensure passenger access areas are clear of passengers and vehicles at the end of each passage.


  • What will make you successful:
  • Ability to communicate with co-workers and the public.
  • Ability to participate in and perform emergency response activities.
  • Ability to perform manual labor.
  • Knowledge of seamanship, line handling and marine terminology.

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to obtain and maintain CPR with AED, Standard First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) Combined Course.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Emergency Helmsman certification.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential - endorsed as AB or QMED within two (2) years of date of hire.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Transportation Worker Identification credential.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications and licenses within designated period.
  • Experience communicating with co-workers and the public.
  • Experience participating in and performing emergency response activities.
  • Experience performing manual labor with a variety of hand tools.
  • Experience reflecting the knowledge of seamanship, line handling and marine terminology.
  • Valid driver's license.

  • Additional Considerations:
  • A combination of training, experience, or education in Watercraft Operations or related field desired.
  • Possession of Emergency Helmsman Certification.
  • Possession of Merchant Mariner Credentials any endorsement.
  • Possession of Transportation Worker Identification Credential.

  • Click below to learn more about the Competency Model associated with this Position:
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    VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
    VDOT Code of Ethics
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