Ferry Crewmember

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Ferry Crewmember

Location: Surry, VA 23883
Employment Type: Full-Time (W2)

GovFirst is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Ferry Crewmember to support ferry vessel operations in Surry, VA .

The successful candidate is responsible for:

• Direct vehicles and passengers to the proper location with clearly understood signals during loading and unloading operations.
  
• Ensure proper spacing between vehicles to maintain passenger and vessel safety.
  
• Properly check and secure the first and last vehicles in each lane.
  
• Provide information and assistance to passengers.Properly handle vessel lines and assist with docking and undocking operations as required.
  
• Stand lookout watch when assigned and remain alert during vessel operations.
  
• Patrol vessel decks to ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
  
• Maintain awareness of security concerns and report suspicious behavior or violations immediately.
  
• Perform security sweeps of the vessel between crossings to ensure all passenger access areas are clear before reloading.
  
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and assist in emergency response activities.
  
• Serve as an emergency helmsman when trained and directed.
  
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned areas and ensure trash is removed regularly.
  
• Perform routine duties to maintain the safety, cleanliness, and orderliness of the vessel.
  

Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience performing manual labor using basic hand tools.
  
• Experience participating in emergency response activities preferred.
  
• Knowledge of seamanship, line handling, and basic marine terminology preferred.
  

Required Education & Credentials:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; equivalent experience or training may be considered.
  
• Required to obtain a Merchant Marine Credential (MMC) with AB or QMED endorsement within two (2) years of hire.
  
• Existing Merchant Marine credentials or endorsements are a plus.
  

Required Work Authorization:

• US Citizenship.
  

Required Licensing & Background Check:

• Valid driver’s license required.
  
• DMV records check required.
  
• Pre-employment drug screening required.
  
• Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check required.