STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Ferry First Mate

37.5 Hour

Recruitment #210728-3801TC-001

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Introduction


Are you looking for a new role with excellent benefits? Do you enjoy assisting leadership operate, repair, and maintain vessels? If so, come make an impact by serving your state! 

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), is now accepting applications for an exciting Ferry First Mate opportunity within the Bureau of Public Transportation for the Rocky Hill/Glastonbury Ferry. It is the DOT's mission to provide a safe and efficient intermodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region.

The Role/Requirements: 
  • You must possess a valid/current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B, with a Tank (N) Endorsement and Medical Examiners Card (MEC). Please indicate your license number, issuing state, and expiration date in the "Licenses and Professional Certificates" section of your application.  
  • You must hold/retain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate and have first aid knowledge. Please indicate your CPR license number in the "Licenses and Professional Certificates" section of your application.
  • Please include a resume in the "Resume" section of your application. 
  • Please select "Rocky Hill & Glastonbury" or "All" in the location section of your application. 
  • This position is full time, 37.5 hours/week. The shifts will vary from week to week. 1st shift is from 6:30am to 2:00pm and 2nd shift is from 12:30pm to 8:00pm. Every other weekend you will be required to work from 10:00am to 5:00pm.
  • You will work under the direction of a Ferry Captain and be accountable for performing highly skilled duties in more than one trade area.
What We Can Offer You: Excellent State benefits package including health/dental insurance, generous paid time off, retirement plan options, and a culture that promotes  work-life balance. 

Selection Plan

In order to apply and be considered for this job opening you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

Please ensure that your application is complete, you will not be able to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system.     

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. 

NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support your qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. 

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however applications to this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in this job classification. 

Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.  

Should you have questions regarding this recruitment please contact faith.macdonald@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Transportation, this class is accountable for assisting a Ferry Captain in the operation, repair and maintenance of a Connecticut State Ferry vessel.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Ensures proper boarding and exiting of passengers and vehicles from ferry vessel under mandated state and federal safety regulations that pertain to passenger carrying vessels; handles mooring lines and landing aprons; collects tolls and makes out collection reports; maintains vessel, decks, approach aprons in a neat and orderly condition; assists Ferry Captain with monitoring of river for boats and other traffic in ferry's path; fuels ferry and changes oil and transmission fluid; ensures ramps, towers and gates properly oiled and greased; assists with required repairs, replacements and maintenance to ferry vessel and equipment in order to put vessel in first class condition prior to United States Coast Guard inspections as required by federal regulations; operates ferry vessel on an as-needed basis; may be assigned other duties in regular or emergency highway and/or airport maintenance; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of mechanical and operational aspects of ferry vessels up to 100 tons; some knowledge of maintenance and repair of internal combustion engines; some knowledge of tools and methods used in maintenance of marine vessels and equipment; interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; some ability to utilize computer software; some mathematical ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience in the basic operation, repair and maintenance of marine or automotive equipment and propulsion motors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience assisting Vessel Captains in a First Mate capacity. 
  • Experience working in accordance with State and Federal safety regulations pertaining to passenger carrying vessels.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications, including a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
2. Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness in order to perform duties.
2. A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to extreme weather conditions, noise and fumes and risk of injury from equipment.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.





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