Ferryboat Deckhand I or II
Galveston, TX Galveston, TX Full-time Full-time $2,444 - $3,696 a month $2,444 - $3,696 a month 14 hours ago 14 hours ago 14 hours ago Ferryboat Deckhand I or II - (2302592) Position Information Are you ready to embark on an exciting maritime career? We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as Ferry Boat Deckhands in Galveston, Texas.
As a Ferry Boat Deckhand, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of ferry boats.
Location:
1000 NORTH FERRY ROAD, Galveston, 77550 Salary:
Ferryboat Deckhand I:
A11 $2,444.
33 - $3,696.
25/mo.
Ferryboat Deckhand II:
A13 $2,703.
25 - $4,115.
66/mo.
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Please note:
Changes to titles and/or salary groups may occur on or after September 1, 2023.
Minimum Salary:
29,332.
00 Maximum Salary:
49,388.
00 Pay Basis:
Yearly Work Locations:
Galveston/Bolivar Ferry Office 1000 NORTH FERRY ROAD Galveston 77550 Travel:
Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift:
Rotating Shift Details:
40 Location Flexibility:
Onsite Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance.
In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:
Low Turnover Retirement Pension Alternative Work Schedules Paid Leave/Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees On the Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:
Total Compensation Package To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance (ERS.
texas.
gov) Position Description Ferryboat Deckhand I Performs as deckhand of motor ferry vessels transporting crew members, public vehicles and passengers.
Work requires constant contact with private entities.
Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Ferryboat Deckhand II Performs as deckhand of motor ferry vessels transporting crew members, public vehicles and passengers.
Work requires constant contact with private entities.
Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
Ferryboat Deckhand I:
The essential duties for this job include:
Performs duties as ferryboat oiler.
Assists in the daily inspection of the operating condition of all emergency firefighting, lifesaving and childbirth equipment on the vessel.
Assists in the repair or renovation of motor ferry vessels as directed.
Attends to passenger needs and performs cleanup and maintenance duties.
Ensures strict compliance with the Federal Waters Pollution Control Act and the Federal Communications Commission Communications Act of 1934.
Participates in periodic all hands drills and emergency exercises.
Performs deck evolutions, operates safety gates and vehicle loading ramps, directs, spaces, parks and blocks vehicles and maintains security about the decks.
Pumps out bilges as needed.
Reads all gauges and fluid levels in engine room and reports any problems to the captain.
Reports all observations, actions and/or matters affecting the stability, operational capacity, safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, passengers, vehicles and other public properties to the captain or first deckhand.
Ferryboat Deckhand II:
The essential duties for this job include those listed above as well as the following:
Conducts the daily inspection of the operating condition of all emergency firefighting, lifesaving and childbirth equipment on the vessel.
Stands lookout watch and assists ferryboat captain in maneuvering vessels in high-density traffic areas under all weather and sea conditions in accordance with the Inland Navigation Rules of the Road and the rules of good seamanship.
Serves as secondary enforcement authority for state regulations governing operation of the ferries.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum
Qualifications:
Education:
Ferryboat Deckhand I and II:
No education required.
Work
Experience:
Ferryboat Deckhand I:
None.
Ferryboat Deckhand II:
1 Year in Ferry deckhand-related work.
Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent.
Licenses and Certifications:
Ferryboat Deckhand I and II:
Valid driver's license.
This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have required US Coast Guard (USCG) certifications an/or documents appropriate for the position and vessel being operated.
USCG-Mer Mar Doc-Ord Seaman/Wi (within 90 days from date of hire) For Galveston Ferry Operations:
Must have or obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) at time of application.
Competencies:
Ferryboat Deckhand I:
The competencies for this job include:
Methods and procedures used in the maintenance and repair of marine equipment, machinery, facilities and ferryboats Emergency response procedures Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Maintaining a safe working relationship Maintaining a safe working environment Communicate effectively Work in varying conditions to include heavy traffic, overhead power lines and underground utilities Work in cramped spaces (bend, stoop, crawl) and at varied heights Ferryboat Deckhand II:
The competencies for this job include those listed above as well as the following:
The use of tools and equipment used in vessel, ramp and facility maintenance Fire fighting Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Ferryboat Deckhand I and II:
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour Subject to noise and vibration Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia Medium work:
Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Standing-prolonged periods of time Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions:
Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.
This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.
151(e) - does not authorize medical marijuana under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Job:
Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops Schedule:
Full-time Employee Status:
Regular Job Type:
Standard Job Level:
Entry Level Job Posting:
Aug 1, 2023, 1:
31:
23 PM Unposting Date:
Ongoing State Job Title/s:
Ferryboat Deckhand I, II State Job Code/s:
9838, 9839 Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans.
To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.
S.
Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable.
The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https:
//hr.
sao.
texas.
gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions Applicant Information The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants:
Additional Applicant Information.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
As a Ferry Boat Deckhand, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of ferry boats.
Location:
1000 NORTH FERRY ROAD, Galveston, 77550 Salary:
Ferryboat Deckhand I:
A11 $2,444.
33 - $3,696.
25/mo.
Ferryboat Deckhand II:
A13 $2,703.
25 - $4,115.
66/mo.
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Please note:
Changes to titles and/or salary groups may occur on or after September 1, 2023.
Minimum Salary:
29,332.
00 Maximum Salary:
49,388.
00 Pay Basis:
Yearly Work Locations:
Galveston/Bolivar Ferry Office 1000 NORTH FERRY ROAD Galveston 77550 Travel:
Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift:
Rotating Shift Details:
40 Location Flexibility:
Onsite Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance.
In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:
Low Turnover Retirement Pension Alternative Work Schedules Paid Leave/Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees On the Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:
Total Compensation Package To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance (ERS.
texas.
gov) Position Description Ferryboat Deckhand I Performs as deckhand of motor ferry vessels transporting crew members, public vehicles and passengers.
Work requires constant contact with private entities.
Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Ferryboat Deckhand II Performs as deckhand of motor ferry vessels transporting crew members, public vehicles and passengers.
Work requires constant contact with private entities.
Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
Ferryboat Deckhand I:
The essential duties for this job include:
Performs duties as ferryboat oiler.
Assists in the daily inspection of the operating condition of all emergency firefighting, lifesaving and childbirth equipment on the vessel.
Assists in the repair or renovation of motor ferry vessels as directed.
Attends to passenger needs and performs cleanup and maintenance duties.
Ensures strict compliance with the Federal Waters Pollution Control Act and the Federal Communications Commission Communications Act of 1934.
Participates in periodic all hands drills and emergency exercises.
Performs deck evolutions, operates safety gates and vehicle loading ramps, directs, spaces, parks and blocks vehicles and maintains security about the decks.
Pumps out bilges as needed.
Reads all gauges and fluid levels in engine room and reports any problems to the captain.
Reports all observations, actions and/or matters affecting the stability, operational capacity, safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, passengers, vehicles and other public properties to the captain or first deckhand.
Ferryboat Deckhand II:
The essential duties for this job include those listed above as well as the following:
Conducts the daily inspection of the operating condition of all emergency firefighting, lifesaving and childbirth equipment on the vessel.
Stands lookout watch and assists ferryboat captain in maneuvering vessels in high-density traffic areas under all weather and sea conditions in accordance with the Inland Navigation Rules of the Road and the rules of good seamanship.
Serves as secondary enforcement authority for state regulations governing operation of the ferries.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum
Qualifications:
Education:
Ferryboat Deckhand I and II:
No education required.
Work
Experience:
Ferryboat Deckhand I:
None.
Ferryboat Deckhand II:
1 Year in Ferry deckhand-related work.
Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent.
Licenses and Certifications:
Ferryboat Deckhand I and II:
Valid driver's license.
This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have required US Coast Guard (USCG) certifications an/or documents appropriate for the position and vessel being operated.
USCG-Mer Mar Doc-Ord Seaman/Wi (within 90 days from date of hire) For Galveston Ferry Operations:
Must have or obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) at time of application.
Competencies:
Ferryboat Deckhand I:
The competencies for this job include:
Methods and procedures used in the maintenance and repair of marine equipment, machinery, facilities and ferryboats Emergency response procedures Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Maintaining a safe working relationship Maintaining a safe working environment Communicate effectively Work in varying conditions to include heavy traffic, overhead power lines and underground utilities Work in cramped spaces (bend, stoop, crawl) and at varied heights Ferryboat Deckhand II:
The competencies for this job include those listed above as well as the following:
The use of tools and equipment used in vessel, ramp and facility maintenance Fire fighting Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Ferryboat Deckhand I and II:
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour Subject to noise and vibration Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia Medium work:
Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Standing-prolonged periods of time Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions:
Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.
This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.
151(e) - does not authorize medical marijuana under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Job:
Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops Schedule:
Full-time Employee Status:
Regular Job Type:
Standard Job Level:
Entry Level Job Posting:
Aug 1, 2023, 1:
31:
23 PM Unposting Date:
Ongoing State Job Title/s:
Ferryboat Deckhand I, II State Job Code/s:
9838, 9839 Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans.
To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.
S.
Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable.
The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https:
//hr.
sao.
texas.
gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions Applicant Information The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants:
Additional Applicant Information.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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