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H5242 - Ferry Captain Wage

Job in Surry, Surry County, Virginia, 23883, USA
Listing for: Virginia Department of Transportation
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-07-02
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Surry

Perform special duties as assigned. Pilot ferry vessel on designated waters,
 carrying passengers and vehicles. Ensure safety of passengers, crew, and cargo.
 Obey all U.S. Coast Guard regulations governing ferry operations.

 How you will contribute:
 Miscellaneous:
Other duties as directed to meet the needs of the ferry.
 Passenger Management :
Ensure passengers and vehicles are loaded and unloaded in
 a safe and orderly manner. Maintain accurate records of vehicles and passengers
 carried. Provide information and assistance to public as needed. Resolve issues
 with passengers. Perform duties as assigned. :
Vessel Management :
Pilot vessel
 following USCG and VDOT regulations and policies. Maintain posted schedule
 without any justified complaints. Maintain vessel readiness fur USCG
 inspections. Maintain ships log with all required information. Vessel Security
 and Emergency Response :
Ensure crew is alert to security violations and
 suspicious behavior. Perform all required drills and training. Supervise all
 emergency situations and ensure timely and appropriate actions taken. Check and
 secure all internal and external entry points that are not used for passenger
 access. Log and report violations and suspicious behavior.

 What will make you successful:
 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to interact
 professionally with passengers and crew. Ability to complete and maintain
 records and reports. Ability to comply with appropriate U.S. Coast Guard and
 VDOT rules and regulations. Ability to respond effectively in emergency
 situations. Skill and ability to pilot ferry vessel safely.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to interact
 professionally with passengers and crew. Ability to complete and maintain
 records and reports. Ability to comply with appropriate U.S. Coast Guard and
 VDOT rules and regulations. Ability to respond effectively in emergency
 situations. Knowledge of U.S Coast Guard regulations governing ferry operations.
 Must hold a minimum MMC – endorsed as Master 1600 gross tons, Inland, Radar
 Observer Certificate, Marine Radio Operator Permit. Skill and ability to pilot
 ferry vessel safely. Valid driver’s license.
 Additional Considerations:
 A combination of training, experience, or education in Watercraft Operations, or
 related field desired.
 Click below to learn more about the Competency Model associated with this
 Position:
 Competency Model
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Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements
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 VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths
 Standards of Conduct.
 VDOT Code of Ethics [https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).]
 Standards of Conduct
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