Fort Delaware Boat Operator

Introduction

Fort Delaware is a Civil War era river defense site that served as a prisoner-of-war facility during the American Civil War. The fort reveals remarkable stories of human achievement, tenacity, and endurance.

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This position will operate multiple styles of boats transporting staff, supplies and equipment across the Delaware River. Duties will include the operation of the boat, safely docking and securely fastening the boat on a regular basis in a variety of weather and marine conditions. Additional duties may include assisting with maintenance and mechanical work in regards to boats, vehicles, surfaces, and buildings.

• Operate motorboats to transport people and equipment on the Delaware River & Bay area.
• Change oil and check fluids on motorboat.
• Clean and fuel motorboat regularly.
• Carry passengers and freight between docks.
• Maintain equipment such as range markers, fire extinguishers, boat fenders, lines, pumps, and fittings.
• Use equipment to take depth soundings.
• Report any observed navigational hazards to authorities.
• Load and unload boats.
• Use navigational aids to maintain desired course.
• Guide boats using engine throttles and steering mechanisms.
• Secure boats to dock.
• Find shelter for boat during rough weather.
• Provide general customer service and park information to visitors.
• Must be dependable and have good communication skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude and have fun.
• Perform other related work as required.

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possession of a state‑issued boater education card or NASBLA‑approved boating safety course certificate.
• Experience operating a boat.
• Possession of a valid Driver's Licence (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non‑pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H‑1B Visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E‑Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hire’s Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.

Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on‑line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at

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The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.