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Ferryboat Operator 1-3 Engineer DDE 1000hp or greater, QMED, Oiler, Wiper

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Ferryboat Operator 1-3 Engineer DDE 1000hp or greater, QMED, Oiler, Wiper

Salary

$3,649.00 - $6,566.00 Monthly

Location

Cameron, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

07/50366104/FBO1/07.11.2024-KL

Department

DOTD-Engineering & Operations

Division

District 7- Lake Charles

Opening Date

07/11/2024

Closing Date

8/5/2024 11:59 PM Central

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Supplemental Information

DISTRICT 07 - UNIT 870 – CAMERON FERRY

JOB NUMBER: 07/50366104/FBO1/07.11.2024-KL

POSITION NUMBER: 50366104

FERRYBOAT OPERATOR 1-3

Please include USCG License Info in the application

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:

http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed applications. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

As part of Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Ferryboat Operator 1, 2 or 3 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Please refer to the "Job Specifications" tab located at the top of the LA Careers "Current Job Opportunities" page of the Civil Service website for specific information of salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

• FERRYBOAT OPERATOR 1- has a minimum hire rate of $21.05/hourly

• FERRYBOAT OPERATOR 2- has a minimum hire rate of $24.10/hourly

• FERRYBOAT OPERATOR 3-has a minimum hire rate of $27.60/hourly

Function Statement:

The overall function of this position is to become competent to operate and pilot state-owned ferry vessels under United States Coast Guard regulation through satisfactory completion of training, performance measures, and documented experience. This position is located in the District 07 Unit 870 of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to a Ferryboat Operations Supervisor. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or without minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service Laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

The incumbent is required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as to maintain the following licensing and operate the following equipment:

Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Required License: Possession of United State Coast Guard master, mate, operator of uninspected towing vessel or first class pilot’s license.

• Drug Testing required: Yes

• Types of equipment used for the job: Cell phone, two-way radio, radar, VHF radio, and rescue boat with outboard motor.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

55% Trains under the guidance and supervision of a Ferryboat Operations Supervisor to operate and pilot ferry motor vessels carrying passengers on waterways. Maintains operating logs and submits various reports on a regular basis. Satisfactorily completes all training and performance measures to obtain the necessary experience and USCG credentials to qualify as a Ferryboat Operations Supervisor.

20% Functionally supervises the crew on an assigned shift by issuing work assignments and reviewing work products. Provides input on subordinates’ performance to the Ferryboat Operations Supervisor for use in planning and evaluation. Trains to perform duties as a “DESIGNATED MEMBER OF THE CREW” in accordance with the vessel’s United States Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection requirements. Leads and conducts fire and collision drills and participates in those drills on a bi-weekly schedule.

10% Inspects all fire suppression and life-saving equipment, machinery, rigging, and gear aboard vessels on a bi-weekly schedule and orders needed repairs or replacement items.

5% Ensures ferry vessels meet the established operation schedule.

5% Orders fuel, materials, and supplies for vessels.

5% May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Jesse Bang

Ferryboat Manager

337-775-7444

“The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.”

"Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here (https://www.laworks.net/WorkforceDev/LRS/LRS_Tech_Asst_Guidance.asp) (click on the link) or the website is www.laworks.net/workforcedev/Irs/Irstechasst_guidance.asp"

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years of experience in marine operations and one of the following U.S Coast Guard credentials:

1. Able-Bodied Seaman (AB)

2. Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED)

   NOTE:

   Possession of a current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) will be required by the hiring agency at the time of appointment.

   For more information on how to obtain a TWIC and other U.S. Coast Guard credentials, please see the National Maritime Center website:

   https://www.dco.uscg.mil/national_maritime_center/

Job Concepts

FUNCTION OF WORK:

To serve as an apprentice operator aboard a ferry vessel.

LEVEL OF WORK:

Entry

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Direct from a Ferryboat Supervisor. May also receive guidance from a higher-level Ferryboat Operator. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May provide guidance to lower-level Ferryboat personnel.

LOCATION OF WORK:

Department of Transportation and Development. Other locations may be approved by SCS.

JOB DISTINCTIONS:

Differs from Ferryboat Deckhand 3 by the presence of a serving as an apprentice operator aboard a ferry vessel.

Differs from Ferryboat Operator 2 by the absence of experienced operator duties aboard a ferry vessel.

Examples of Work

EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.

Trains in piloting U.S. Coast Guard-inspected ferry vessels that are used to carry vehicles and passengers.

Trains in proper procedures for completing master log of all operations and submission of required reports.

Trains in inspection of equipment, machines, rigging, and gear aboard vessels.

Trains in proper procedure for exercising all emergency fire and collision drills.

Trains in operation and proper usage of ferry vessel equipment such as marine radio, state radio, radar, and related safety equipment.

Trains and assists in the operation and routine maintenance of an engine room and machinery aboard a ferry vessel such as main propulsion diesel engines, main electrical generating plants, hydraulic systems, sanitation systems and pumping systems.

Trains and assists in maintaining required engine room logs and in making reports.

Trains and assists in safe refueling operations.

May serve as lookout to ensure safe navigation of the ferry vessel

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,

• Mardi Gras,

• Good Friday,

• Memorial Day,

• Independence Day,

• Labor Day,

• Veteran's Day,

• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

* Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system

• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),

• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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  To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?

  02

  Are you a permanent LA-DOTD employee?

• Yes

• No

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  Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?

• Yes

• No

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  Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

• Yes

• No

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  If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".

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  Please select the credential you possess as issued by the U.S Coast Guard. Your credential details must be entered into the Certificates and Licenses section of your application. Failure to provide this information will result in your application being failed.

• Able-Bodied Seaman (AB)

• Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED)

• None of the Above

  Required Question

Agency

State of Louisiana

Address

For agency contact information, please refer to

the supplemental information above.

Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

Phone

(866) 783-5462

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm

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