Ferryboat Deckhand 1-3

State of Louisiana • Cameron, LA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) as a Ferryboat Deckhand on the Cameron Ferry. In this role, you will play a key part in safely loading and unloading vehicles and collecting tolls to ensure smooth and efficient ferry operations. You will assist passengers with professionalism and care, collect and record tolls, and support the safe operation of the vessel through routine safety checks, emergency preparedness, and active participation as a designated crew member in accordance with Coast Guard requirements. A TWIC CARD IS REQUIRED BEFORE APPOINTMENT. This posting may fill multiple positions.

Requirements

• No experience or training is required.
• Possession of a current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) may be required at the time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Must be eligible for bond.

Responsibilities

• Assists patrons in a courteous and businesslike manner while performing routine manual work aboard a state-owned marine vessel.
• Collects and records tolls from boarding vehicles and/or pedestrians.
• Classifies vehicles and registers class and axles of each vehicle boarding the vessel, collects appropriate toll, process change and issues receipt.
• Completes vessel passenger and vehicle count sheets.
• Performs security and safety checks on vehicles boarding, while underway and departing the vessel.
• Serves as “Designated Member of the Crew” in accordance with the requirement of the vessels Coast Guard Certificates of Inspection.
• Operates emergency equipment such as firefighting hoses, fire extinguishers, rescue boats, life rings, floats, in drills actual emergencies.
• Serves as “lookout” to assist in safe navigation and handles lines in recovery of vessels adrift.

Benefits

• Salary depends on qualifications.
• The starting hourly rate and premium pay amounts for each level are as follows: FERRYBOAT DECKHAND 1- has a minimum hire rate of $16.06/hourly with an additional $2.00 optional pay for every hour worked
• FERRYBOAT DECKHAND 1- has a minimum hire rate of $17.18/hourly with an additional $2.00 optional pay for every hour worked
• FERRYBOAT DECKHAND 1- has a minimum hire rate of $19.67/hourly with an additional $2.00 optional pay for every hour worked.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed