Ferryboat Deckhand

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JOB NUMBER: 07/91784/FBD/01.05.2026-AM

Join the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) as a Ferryboat Deckhand on the Cameron Ferry, where you'll play a key role in safely loading and unloading vehicles and collecting tolls to support smooth and efficient ferry operations. In this role, you will assist passengers with professionalism and care, collect and record tolls, and support the safe operation of the vessel through routine safety checks, emergency preparedness, and active participation as a designated crew member in accordance with Coast Guard requirements.

No experience or training is required.

Possession of a current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) may be required at the time of appointment.

• Classifies vehicles and registers class and axles of each vehicle boarding the vessel, collects appropriate toll, processes change and issues receipts
• Completes vessel passenger and vehicle count sheets.
• Performs security and safety checks on vehicles boarding, while underway and departing the vessel.
• Serves as “Designated Member of the Crew” in accordance with the requirement of the vessel’s Coast Guard Certificates of Inspection.
• Operates emergency equipment such as firefighting hoses, fire extinguishers, rescue boats, life rings, floats in drills and actual emergencies.
• Serves as “lookout” to assist in safe navigation and handles lines in recovery of vessels adrift.

• Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
• Work Schedule: 7 days on and 7 days off
• Career Progression: As part of Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Ferryboat Deckhand 1, 2 or 3 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Refer to the “Job Specifications” tab for specific information of salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

• FERRYBOAT DECKHAND 1-1: minimum hire rate $16.06/hourly with optional pay $2.00 per hour
• FERRYBOAT DECKHAND 1-2: minimum hire rate $17.18/hourly with optional pay $2.00 per hour
• FERRYBOAT DECKHAND 1-3: minimum hire rate $19.67/hourly with optional pay $2.00 per hour

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Jesse Bang
Ferryboat Operations Manager B