Ferry Operator Assistant - Keller Ferry

Description

• Communicate professionally within your workgroup and with customers.
• Consider personal, co-worker, and public safety as first and foremost objective during the planning and performance of all activities.
• Assist with securing the vessel upon docking, casting off lines upon embarking safely and lowering of apron section of vessel slip to the level to permit embarking and debarkation of vehicles and passengers.
• Direct traffic into proper lanes using visual and verbal signals.
• Ensure vehicles are parked to properly balance the vessel.
• Assist in moving and aligning ramps.
• Inspect, service, and maintain ferry docks and ferry terminal landings and maintenance facilities.
• Assist in lubricating and servicing engines, running gear, and winches and assists in periodic inspections of engine room.
• Perform snow and debris removal from ferry and ramps.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of current State and Federal rules and regulations pertaining to ferry operation.
• Understand and perform fire extinguishing and lifesaving procedures and assists accordingly in the case of such emergency.
• Perform major and minor repairs and maintenance to ferry, ramps, buildings, and equipment associated with ferry operation.
• Maintain, clean, and stock rest area associated with Keller Ferry building; maintain grounds for Keller Ferry office building and rest area, mow, water, weed eat, pull weeds and other tasks associated with maintenance of grounds.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to safely move about while assisting in the preventive maintenance and repairs of the ferry and ferry landings.
• Willingness and ability to work long hours in an outdoor environment on the Keller Ferry car deck in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, and inclement weather, and slippery conditions.
• Ability to move and transport objects weighing 50 lbs.
• Ability to obtain Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) prior to appointment.
• Ability to obtain a First Aid Card within six (6) months of hire.
• Valid driver's license.

• Great customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to take direction and work as a team.
• Experience working on boats.
• Maritime experience.
• Mechanical experience.
• Facilities maintenance experience.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

• Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.