AB SEAMAN 2nd CLASS
Qualifications
Salary: $21.64 per hour
Opening Date: Jaunary 14, 2008 Closing Date: February 4, 2008
POSITION SUMMARY
The Able Seaman is responsible for the operation and upkeep of all vessels and related equipment in accordance with the instructions from the Captain, Pilot, and/or Boatswain. This position is a bargaining unit position that is represented by the District No. 1-PCD, Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association, AFL-CIO.
III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge and ability to effectively use all forms of lifesaving and fire fighting equipment
• Knowledge of handling vessel rescue boats under power as well as deployment of evacuation equipment
• Knowledge of all safety equipment
• Knowledge of the maintenance of vessels and their safety equipment
• Watch standing; including helm, lookout, and watchmen duties
• Safety consciousness: looks out for safety of self and others
• Personal bearing and behavior: works within chain of command as a team member and adheres to standards of appearance and attitude
• Productivity: timely and effective use of knowledge and initiative while being responsible for one’s actions and flexible on work assignments and schedules
• Public Relations: executes the mission statement by interacting with the public to answer questions and share knowledge of the local community, and community events
• Reliability: adheres to policies and procedures relating to attendance, punctuality, flexibility, and will be available for recall for unscheduled work assignments.
• Executes Marine SOPs: performs duties according to the SOP so as to develop consistency and competency in carrying out tasks
IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent or equivalent experience
V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND CERTIFICATES
• Valid driver’s license
• Must possess a valid United States Coast Guard Merchant Marine Document endorsed as Able Seaman, Special or higher
VI. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• All potential employees will be subject to a background investigation
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Interested applicants may apply on-line at www.drba.net or submit an application or resume to:
Delaware River and Bay Authority
Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 71
New Castle, DE 19720
Fax: 302-571-6420
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Use of safety equipment such as fire hoses, axes, extinguishers, SCBAs, rescue boats/rafts/IBAs/evacuation chutes, and VHF radios
• Splicing and handling mooring lines and small items to facilitate getting underway and securing the vessel
• Operating cranes, ramps, and gangways, either manually or by power, as needed to facilitate getting underway or securing the vessel
• Parking and unloading the vehicles, securing the chains, nets and vehicle wheels
• Monitoring of passenger access/egress areas for AV/PA function, vessel integrity and cleanliness, and passenger safety and information needs
• Maintaining a proper lookout, conducting watchman tour, and steering the vessel
• Maintaining vessel cleanliness, including trash removal from vessel, cleaning and polishing of brass/stainless/windows, sougeing, and chipping and painting
• Conducting the vessel fueling and watering operation under the direction of the Chief Engineer