H5106 - Ferry Crew Member Wage

Virginia Department of Transportation•Surry, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Serve as a member of a ferry boat crew adhering to all U.S. Coast Guard and VDOT regulations while representing VDOT in a positive manner. This role involves directing vehicles and passengers, ensuring proper spacing, and assisting passengers during loading and unloading. It also includes vessel operations such as handling lines, standing lookout watch, patrolling decks, maintaining cleanliness, and serving as Emergency Helmsman. Additionally, the position requires vigilance for security violations, responding to emergencies, and performing security sweeps.

Requirements

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.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Direct vehicles and passengers to proper locations with clearly understood signals.
Ensure proper spacing between vehicles.
Allow safe egress of passengers.
Properly chock first and last vehicle in each lane.
Provide information and assistance to passengers.
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.
Be alert to security violations and suspicious behavior during routine patrols.
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.
Perform special duties as assigned.