Ferry Boat Captain

Compass Minerals Careers•Franklin, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This part-time role is responsible for safely transporting personnel and authorized visitors while maintaining compliance with all U.S. Coast Guard and Company regulations. This role must demonstrate strong communication skills, and maintain steadfast commitment to safety, professionalism, and operational excellence. Plays a critical role in supporting daily operations by ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient transportation of personnel to and from the facility.

Requirements

Maintain a 100-Ton U.S. Coast Guard Master Near Coastal endorsement.
Ability to throw life rings, deploy and row a lifeboat, fuel the ferry, and climb stairs.
Ability to perform tasks requiring the frequent use of hands and arms for handling, grasping, manipulating, and reaching objects, as well as communicating effectively in the work environment.
Ability to perform physical activities such as standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling on a frequent basis.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 10 pounds routinely and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Comply with all Coast Guard and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.
Maintain the highest standards of passenger safety and security.
Inspect, operate, and maintain the ferry and all safety equipment.
Operate sonar, radar, and AIS systems to monitor vessel traffic.
Complete the Ferry Operator Checklist every 24 hours.
Control ferry access, ensuring only authorized personnel board.
Safely navigate waterways, judge distances, and yield right-of-way to channel traffic.
Respond to spills and promptly report incidents to management.
Work effectively in a team environment.
Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
Maintain accurate ferry crossing logs and records.
Ensure passenger acknowledgment forms are completed for visitors without a Cote Blanche Security Pass.
Adhere strictly to the established ferry run schedule.
Perform other related duties as required.