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Casual Deck Hand - Forts Ferry Crossing
Delaware City, DE
Job Description
CASUAL DECK HAND
Forts Ferry Crossing
Location: Delaware City, DE
Hourly Rate: $15.25
Opening Date: March 4, 2024 Closing Date: Until Filled
I. POSITION SUMMARY
This position is a casual position responsible for assisting the Captain of the Forts Ferry in the
operation of the vessel and related equipment in accordance with the Port Captain's instructions.
Work is performed indoors/outdoors and can be in any weather condition. Work schedules can
be modified to fit the departmental needs which may require the employee to work shift work
and/or weekends. This casual position is part-time with no guaranteed minimum number of hours,
nor are there any guaranteed assignments.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Deckhand must have the physical capability to tie up the vessel at each berth. He/she will
greet passengers on and off of the vessel and assist them if needed. He/she will collect tickets
from the passengers and bring them to the bridge once the vessel gets underway. Once underway,
the deckhand will demonstrate to the passengers how to properly don a personal flotation device.
III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
* Handling mooring and heaving lines
* 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
* Provides the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and
external customers
IV. TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENTS
* Deck, voids, engine room and bridge of vessel
V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATES
* Valid driver's license
VI. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Must be at least 18 years old
* High school diploma or equivalency or equivalent related experience
* Experience working on or around boats and docks preferred
VII. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
* Subject to a background investigation
* Subject to applicable drug testing regulations
* Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with a financial
institution or enroll in the payroll card program to receive their bi-weekly pay
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If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the on-line application at
www.drba.net. In addition, you also have the option of attaching a resume to the completed
application.
Forts Ferry Crossing
Location: Delaware City, DE
Hourly Rate: $15.25
Opening Date: March 4, 2024 Closing Date: Until Filled
I. POSITION SUMMARY
This position is a casual position responsible for assisting the Captain of the Forts Ferry in the
operation of the vessel and related equipment in accordance with the Port Captain's instructions.
Work is performed indoors/outdoors and can be in any weather condition. Work schedules can
be modified to fit the departmental needs which may require the employee to work shift work
and/or weekends. This casual position is part-time with no guaranteed minimum number of hours,
nor are there any guaranteed assignments.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Deckhand must have the physical capability to tie up the vessel at each berth. He/she will
greet passengers on and off of the vessel and assist them if needed. He/she will collect tickets
from the passengers and bring them to the bridge once the vessel gets underway. Once underway,
the deckhand will demonstrate to the passengers how to properly don a personal flotation device.
III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
* Handling mooring and heaving lines
* 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
* Provides the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and
external customers
IV. TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENTS
* Deck, voids, engine room and bridge of vessel
V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATES
* Valid driver's license
VI. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Must be at least 18 years old
* High school diploma or equivalency or equivalent related experience
* Experience working on or around boats and docks preferred
VII. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
* Subject to a background investigation
* Subject to applicable drug testing regulations
* Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with a financial
institution or enroll in the payroll card program 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, you also have the option of attaching a resume to the completed
application.
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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