Deck Hand
About the Role
This position, under the supervision of the Ferry Boat Supervisor, is responsible for performing routine manual labor in the operation of a ferry boat.
Responsibilities
- Direct and position traffic onto barge.
- Disconnect and reconnect tug.
- Pick up litter and keep appearance of barge neat and orderly.
- Check to see that all safety devices on barge are in place and operational (fire extinguishers, life rings, cables, ropes, life jackets, etc.).
- Operate tractors, loaders, mowers and weed trimmers.
- Salt ferry barge and ramps in inclement weather.
- Replace cables on barge and tug.
- Put drinking water on ferry.
- Perform other activities as needed.
Requirements
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Ability to work long days and weekends.
A pre-employment drug/alcohol test will be conducted after a contingent offer of employment or transfer has been made, and prior to the candidate performing any work for the Department in that capacity. Internal applicants who are already in a safety-sensitive position will not be subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing; however, offers to internal applicants who are not in a safety-sensitive position will be contingent upon pre-employment drug/alcohol testing. Subject to additional drug/alcohol testing according to the provisions of the ArDOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
This position does not require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge or a bachelor’s degree or higher in the field; thus, this position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.