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Ferry Chief Engineer

Hatteras, NC

$43K - $75K/yr

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Ferry Chief Engineer

Southport, NC

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Franklin, LA · On-site

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Chief Ferry Engineer

Ruston, LA · On-site

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Ferry Crewmember

Surry, VA

This role serves as a key member of the ferry boat crew, assisting with the safe loading and unloading of vehicles and passengers, maintaining vessel safety and security, and ensuring compliance with ...

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Surry, VA · On-site

This role serves as a key member of the ferry boat crew, assisting with the safe loading and unloading of vehicles and passengers, maintaining vessel safety and security, and ensuring compliance with ...

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Responsible for all crew and passengers' safety while under way and on the dock * Conducting ... Ensure crew delivers an enjoyable, guest centric and luxury experience throughout the ferry ride

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What are some common challenges faced by ferry crew members during their shifts?

Ferry crew members often face challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, managing high passenger volumes during peak travel times, and ensuring the safety and comfort of all onboard. The role also involves responding quickly and calmly to potential emergencies and maintaining effective communication with both passengers and other crew members. Teamwork and adaptability are crucial, as shifts can be long and schedules may include nights, weekends, or holidays.

What are ferry operators?

Ferry operators are professionals responsible for safely transporting passengers, vehicles, and sometimes cargo across bodies of water using ferries. They ensure the vessel is operated according to safety regulations, manage boarding and disembarkation, and monitor weather and water conditions. In addition to navigating the ferry, they often supervise a crew, perform routine maintenance checks, and provide customer service to passengers throughout the journey.

What is the difference between The Ferry vs The Boat Captain?

AspectThe FerryThe Boat Captain
CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), Passenger endorsementsCaptain's license, Marine certifications
Work EnvironmentPublic transportation, scheduled routes, fixed terminalsPrivate or commercial vessels, varied locations
Industry UsagePublic transit agencies, ferry operatorsPrivate boat companies, maritime services
Job FocusPassenger transport across water routesOperating and navigating boats or ships

The Ferry primarily refers to operators responsible for transporting passengers via scheduled water routes, often working for public transit agencies. The Boat Captain, on the other hand, is a licensed mariner who operates various types of boats or ships, often in private or commercial settings. While both roles involve watercraft operation, The Ferry focuses on passenger transit within a fixed route, whereas The Boat Captain may handle a broader range of vessels and tasks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Ferry Captain, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Ferry Captain, you need a valid captain’s license, strong navigation skills, and thorough knowledge of maritime safety regulations. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, radar, and marine communication equipment is essential, along with certifications like the U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential. Leadership, clear communication, and quick decision-making are important soft skills for managing crew and ensuring passenger safety. These abilities are crucial for maintaining operational efficiency, ensuring safety, and providing reliable ferry service.
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Captain - Pensacola City Ferry

Captain - Pensacola City Ferry

Hornblower

Pensacola, FL

Part-time

Posted 26 days ago

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 9 rated cruise lines

Job description

Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group’s portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group’s premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group’s Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systems. Hornblower Group’s subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group’s global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group’s additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com.


Position Summary:

Directs the ferry’s activities including repair, maintenance, restoration, inspection and licensing programs. Serves as primary contact onboard the vessel with the USCG concerning compliance with laws and regulations. Supervise on-board crewmembers. Provide high level of customer service. This is a part-time seasonal position, 8-12 hours / week. Sundays required.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Direct the ferry’s activities and insures passengers’ safety and security while vessels are underway on river.
  • Plan and coordinate safety inspections of the ferry to insure safe operation of equipment, crew safety and compliance with USCG laws and regulations.
  • Ensures that ferry logs concerning official log, radio log, safety inspections, licensing information and safety training records are maintained in accordance with USCG regulations.
  • Trains and provides feedback for evaluation of the performance of marine crew.
  • Acts as representative of the operation to the public, community groups, Coast Guard and other appropriate governmental agencies to provide information concerning ferry operations.
  • Prepares and submits reports and completes special projects as directed.
  • Ensure that all inspections by the USCG meet the standard (no 835s) insofar as is practicable.
  • Ensure that all vessel(s) are in a COI inspection ready condition at all times.
  • Maintain and enhance our benchmark status with all inspecting agencies.
  • Operate vessel at economical engine speeds, per established policies.
  • Ensure a physically safe and environmentally sound working environment, proper tools, training, facilities and materials for all crewmembers. Conduct weekly emergency drills.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state and federal safety and environmental regulations to include station bill assignments.
  • Provide required training as needed for working with and proper disposal of hazardous waste.
  • Review contents of Vessel Operations Guide and Pass Down Log.
  • Ensure that all vessels are always kept in appropriate satisfactory condition and that maintenance work is done as unobtrusively as possible while guests are onboard.
  • Maintain radio watch and monitor VHF channels 13 and 16.
  • Responsible for accuracy of passenger and vehicular numbers. Ensuring cash deposits and pickup.
  • Ensure that the safety of our guests and crewmembers is maximized through careful and vigorous definition, administration and enforcement of safety policies and guidelines. Coordinate emergency response.
  • Ensure that all company policies are understood by, valued and followed by crewmembers. Demonstrate Company goals and values and distribute to all crewmembers.
  • Develop strong relationships with appropriate crewmembers and represent the Company at meetings and other functions as requested.
  • Participate in meetings, training, drills and safety audits as required by USCG & company policy.
  • Ensure vessel is secure and alarm is set prior to departure from evening shift.
  • Assure quality workmanship and performance by crewmembers.
  • Ensure that the crew are properly uniformed, demonstrate appropriate attitudes, are technically competent in
    their area of responsibility, that all crewmembers are providing their best efforts, and that we have identified
    and are using their skills to the company’s best advantage.
  • Comply with rules and regulations contained in the Crew Handbook and as directed by Supervisor
    including, but not limited to:
    o Report to work on time and ready for duty;
    o Depart the vessel(s) only when properly relieved;
    o Ensure that the proper uniform is worn and grooming standards are met;
    o Complete required administrative forms clearly and accurately to include Accident/Incident Reports.
  • Present professional level of customer service and appearance to all – internal and external.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Qualifications:
  • HS Diploma
  • Valid US MMC Master 100 ton
  • Demonstrated ability to safely operate the vessel
  • Must be available on Sundays
  • Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Copy of DD214, if Veteran status
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to train, mentor, coach, and counsel employees.
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively interact with the public
  • Possess and demonstrate superior judgment and performance under pressure.
  • Set and achieve high standards of performance.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office familiarity.
  • Demonstrated ability to safely operate motor vessels.
  • Experienced in supervision & training of employees.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

This is a part-time seasonal position, 8-12 hours / week. Sundays required.

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The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

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