What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ferry Captain/Mate position at Town of Frye Island?
Frye Island Ferry Operations/Part time Seasonal Ferry Captain and Mate / Raymond, Maine
Frye Island Ferry System, located on beautiful Sebago Lake, provides ferry transportation to Frye Island servicing the local community and vacationers throughout the season.
Part time Seasonal opportunities available for 2025!
Sebago Lake between Frye Island and Raymond, Maine
TRAINING PROVIDED FOR ALL POSITIONS
CAPTAINS: VESSEL OPERATION EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Ferry Boat Captain - Responsible for safe and efficient operation of 90-ton twin-diesel vehicle and passenger ferry boats
Ferry Mate/Deckhand - Passenger interface, ticketing, loading, and departure and arrival operations for vehicle and passenger ferry
Benefits of the Job:
- Seasonal full time position starting April through beginning of November
- 6-hour shifts with 3 shift schedules available running from 7 am – 10 pm
- On call or per diem opportunities also available
- Opportunity to work outdoors and interact with members of the community
- Access to Frye Island perks like free golf at the island golf course and free ferry tickets
- Hourly rate starting at $20/hr
Requirements for the Ferry Captain:
- Experience in powered vessel operation
- Demonstrated proficiency in handling twin-engine flat-bottom barges under the range of expected load and weather conditions. Familiarity with transport vessel operation desirable.
- Flexibility and responsiveness - capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and demands.
- Strong collaborative and customer service orientation.
- Ability to use computer software and communicate via email.
Requirements for the Ferry Mate/Deckhand:
- Ability to use a mobile device and app to perform ticketing.
- Ability to consistently differentiate vehicle configurations and apply charges accordingly.
- Physical ability to walk and bend repeatedly, secure and release chains, and pass through tight spaces between vehicles.
- Ability to use computer software to open and close shifts; ability to communicate via email.
- Ability to maintain a positive and customer-friendly demeanor.
KMA Human Resources Consulting has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE
Frye Island Ferry Operations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- What is your personal email address?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20