Casual Night Vessel Operator (Marine) - Cape May Lewes Ferry

Job description

CASUAL Night Vessel Operator (Marine)

Location: Cape May, NJ

Hourly Rate: $16.50 - $18.50

Opening Date: February 26, 2026 Closing Date: Until Filled

I. POSITION SUMMARY

The Night Vessel Operator stands overnight watches on the vessels. He/she has many

maintenance duties, including pumping sewage, filling potable and flushing water tanks, and

maintaining all hoses and equipment to meet the current USCG and FDA regulations. This

employee will also operate vessel equipment, make log entries, and report potential problems

to the Sr. Manager of Marine Maintenance, Port Engineer or Port Captain. He/she will assist

with maintenance and repair of the vessels as assigned by the Sr. Manager of Vessel

Maintenance. He/she may be requested to work underway (if holding an MMC) and then be

responsible to the Chief Engineer for engine room duties and to the Captain for emergency

duties. This is a safety sensitive position both underway and ashore. This individual is

responsible for following established safety practices while performing assigned duties to

protect self, co-workers and the public from personal injury and to prevent damage to

Authority property and the environment. This casual position is part-time with no guaranteed

minimum number of hours, nor are there any guaranteed assignments

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

* Responsible for the safe operation of all engines, auxiliary machinery and related

systems and equipment on vessels and in related facilities.

* Performs maintenance and repair of vessels and related machinery under the

direction of the Port Engineer's designee.

* Pump sewage and take on fresh water for the vessel systems. Reset electrical

power as required and to report any deficiencies immediately to his supervisors.

* Check all mooring lines and all deck levels of vessels. Report any discrepancies

to supervisors.

* Maintain contact with Authority police during the night watch.

* Responds decisively and effectively to emergency situations.

* Maintains familiarity with vessel equipment operating characteristics.

* Assists in the engine room during vessel operation as required.

* Responsible for observing and recording of information in machinery logs and

reporting completed work or needed repairs to the Chief Engineer.

* Ensures cleanliness of vessel engine room and other machinery spaces

* Provides the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal

and external customers

III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* Able to read and understand the Engine Room Standard Operating Procedures and

the DRBA Facilities Operations Manual and follow the instructions of these

plans.

* Ability to diagnose typical machinery malfunctions and recommend a course of

corrective action.

* Ability to read and understand blueprints and machinery system technical

manuals.

IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* Must be at least 21 years of age.

* Must have a high school diploma or equivalent or equivalent work experience.

* Must demonstrate some mechanical knowledge and have experience working on

mechanical systems. (6) Six months preferred; diesel mechanic experience

preferred.

V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

* Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).

* Valid driver's license.

* Merchant Mariner Credential preferred

VI. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

* Available for duty at all hours, day or night, as may be required in order to maintain

continuous operation of the ferry service.

* Subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable federal regulations.

VII. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

* Subject to a background investigation

* Subject to applicable drug testing regulations and a pre-employment physical

examination (if holding a current MMC or provide Med card)

* 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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