at State of Delaware in Georgetown, Delaware, United States
Job Description
An employee serves as Captain of a state-owned and operated ferry boat, responsible for the safe and efficient transport of vehicles and passengers on board. The Captain oversees and commands all aspects of the vessel’s operations including navigation, safety, maintenance, and crew management. Work of this class requires employees to possess a 100 ton United States Coast Guard (USCG) Master Captain’s license.This position must be available to work overtime as needed, and during storm events and other emergency events on short notice and in some cases no advance notice. This position works a rotating shift schedule and when the ferry is not operational, the position reports to the maintenance yard to perform non-ferry related duties as assigned. This position will be located at Area 28, 24450 Lewes-Georgetown Hwy, Georgetown DE 19947.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS for Ferry Boat Captain Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Possession of a United States Coast Guard license to operate and navigate passenger carrying vessels of at least 100 tons for the purpose of carrying vehicles and passengers.
- One year of experience in marine operations, seamanship practices, and climatic interpretation to navigate vessels safely and efficiently.
- One year of experience in operating and maintaining electronic gear, rigging, and diesel engines.
- Six months’ experience in preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as lubricating, cleaning, and servicing.
- Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
