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U.S. Facilities, Inc

Ferry Crewmember

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What they do

A Sailor, Deckhand, or Marine Oiler operates boats and equipment on boats and manages sails on sailboats. Performs a variety of manual labor tasks on boats and cargo vessels, including hauling goods, operating equipment, or cleaning the boat. Lubricates parts of marine equipment to maintain boat engines and auxiliary equipment.

$52,702 / year median in Virginia

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

U.S. Facilities, Inc., a consolidated facility management service company, is seeking a proven industry professional experienced Ferry Crewmember shall serve as a member of a ferry boat crew, providing assistance in loading and unloading the vessel with vehicles; maintaining a safe and secure environment throughout the loading, underway, and unloading processes; and adhering to all U.S. Coast Guard regulations while representing U.S. Facilities in a positive manner.
Core Responsibilities:
Direct vehicles and passengers to the proper location with clearly understood signals during loading and unloading operations Ensure proper spacing between vehicles, allowing for safe egress of passengers Properly chock first and last vehicle in each lane Provide information and assistance to passengers Properly handle vessel 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 Helmsmen Perform other duties as assigned to maintain the safety, cleanliness, and orderliness of the vessel Be alert to security violations and suspicious behavior Respond appropriately to emergency situations Perform security sweeps of the vessel between unloading and loading to ensure passenger access areas are clear of passengers and vehicles at the end of each passage Any other duties assigned by a supervisor or Project Manager.
Expectations:
Demonstrate and routinely practice safety behaviors as a condition of employment Report all safety accidents, incidents, and/or concerns appropriately and in a timely manner Commit to being a trusted steward of public resources Act with integrity in all interactions and relationships in the work environment Report to work on time and prepared to work Maintain communication with supervisor Keep abreast of weather forecasts for duty readiness in reporting Be prepared to operate appropriate equipment in all kinds of weather conditions
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience performing manual labor with a variety of hand tools Experience participating in and performing emergency response activities Ability to communicate with co-workers and the public effectively and courteously Knowledge of seamanship, line handling, and marine terminology Valid driver's license All new hires are required to get a Merchant Marine Credential - endorsed as AB or QMED within two (2) years of the date of hire High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent experience or training may substitute for education
Preferred Qualifications:
Merchant Marine Credentials, any endorsement
Other Requirements:
References and verification of work history DMV records check Fingerprint-based criminal history records check Drug screening
Compensation:
$18.00 per hour Vacation Sick Time Paid Holidays 401-
K NOTE:
This position is designated as essential and, as such, all duties associated with this job are required during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. VDOT/Project Management will determine when essential positions are required. Valid driver's license is required. DMV records check is required. Pre-employment drug screen is required. Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check is required. U.S. Facilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities #USFIND01