Opening Date: January 2024 Closing Date: Until Filled
I. POSITION SUMMARY
This position is a casual position responsible for the operation and upkeep of all vessels and related equipment in accordance with the Captain's and/or Pilot's, Boatswain's instructions. Work is performed indoors/outdoors and can be in any weather condition. Work schedules can be modified to fit the departmental needs which may require the employee to work shift work and/or weekends. This casual position is part-time with no guaranteed number of hours, nor are there any guaranteed assignments.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Assist passengers in making their transit safe and enjoyable, demonstrate the use of safety equipment as required, monitor passenger access/egress areas for safety and integrity * Maintain vessel cleanliness: hosing, buffing, swabbing, sweeping and scrubbing the vessel, maintain a proper lookout, conducting watchman tour * Monitor AV/PA equipment for quality, volume and clarity
* Provide the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and external customers * Contributes to the safe operation of vessels and equipment * Responds decisively and effectively to emergency situations
III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
* Handling mooring and heaving lines * Handling of vessel rescue boats under power and oars
* Knowledge and ability to use effectively all forms of lifesaving and firefighting equipment * Fueling vessels * Ability to traverse inclined and vertical ladders and ramps * Confidence and ability to work with and around rotating machinery, and close to the water's edge * Possess excellent Customer Service Skills * Line and wire splicing
* Must be at least 18 years old * High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent related experience
VII. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
* Subject to a background investigation * 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 * Subject to a pre-employment drug test
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If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the on-line application at www.drba.net. In addition, you also have the option of attaching a resume to the completed application.