Peak Part-Time Ordinary Seaman - Cape May Lewes Ferry

Peak Part-Time Ordinary Seaman - Cape May Lewes Ferry Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA) United States, Jersey, Cape May May 05, 2026 ORDINARY SEAMAN (Peak Part-Time)

Location:

Cape May-Lewes Ferry, Cape May, NJ Hourly Rate:

$29.93 per hour

Opening Date:

May 4, 2026

Closing Date:

May 18, 2026 ________________________________________________________________

I. POSITION SUMMARY

The Peak Part-Time Ordinary Seaman is responsible for the operation and upkeep of all vessels and related equipment in accordance with the Captain's and/or Pilot's, Boatswain's instructions. This position is also responsible to the Customer Service Supervisor during winter periods for selling tickets, taking reservations, and other such work. This position is a bargaining unit position that is represented by the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association (MEBA).

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining vessel cleanliness: hosing, buffing, swabbing, vacuuming, sweeping and scrubbing the vessel, cleaning rest rooms, trash removal from vessel on every arrival, cleaning and polishing brass/stainless surfaces/windows, monitoring of AV/PA equipment for quality, volume and clarity
• Monitoring of passenger access/egress areas for safety and integrity as well as operating ramps and gangways, handling mooring lines either manually or by power, as needed to facilitate getting underway or securing the vessel
• Maintaining safety equipment and demonstrating use of safety equipment as required and deploying lifesaving/evacuation equipment as necessary
• Maintaining a proper lookout, conducting watchman tour, steering the vessel
• Parking and unloading the vehicles when on board, securing the chains, nets and vehicle wheels
• Taking on flushing and potable water, handling hoses and fittings as needed, sounding the vessel's voids to inspect for level of water and presence of fuel leaks
• Assisting passengers in making their transit safe and enjoyable and providing information to the public as requested for purposes of travel or visitation/history of Authority facilities, may lead and/or participate in special activities of an informational/educational/recreational nature for the public while underway
• Changing and restoring deck lighting, removing and installing lavatory equipment, assists in splicing of rope and wire, painting vessel
• Snow removal and salting to maintain safe footing aboard the vessel
• Operating fork lift, front end loader, manlift
• Attending classes on First Aid, CPR and Fire Fighting
• During winter periods, sells tickets, answers the telephone, takes reservations, and other duties as directed by the Customer Service Supervisor
• Provides the highest level of customer service

III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to traverse inclined and vertical ladders and ramps
• Confidence and ability to work with and around rotating machinery, and close to the water's edge
• Knowledge and ability to use effectively all forms of lifesaving and firefighting equipment
• Ability to learn the toll system software and reservation call system
• Ability to provide superior customer service to everyone by responding in a courteous and efficient manner

IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent experience

V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATES

• Valid driver's license
• Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), AB endorsement preferred
• Valid Transportation Worker Identity Card (TWIC)

VI. OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Subject to a background investigation
• Subject to a pre-employment physical including drug test
• Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with a financial institution to receive their bi-weekly pay If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the on-line application at www.

drba.net. In addition, please attach a resume to the competed application. The Delaware River and Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer