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Ferry Oiler

Salary

$32,639.00 - $57,117.00 Annually

Location

Currituck County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-08291

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

Transit

Opening Date

07/09/2025

Closing Date

7/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Ferry Oiler

Position Number

60018755

Salary Grade

NC05

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

Work in this class involves assisting the Ferry Chief Engineer in the operation and maintenance of engines and auxiliary equipment on board ferry vessels. Employees perform duties in accordance with specific instructions received from the ferry chief engineer and are responsible for the operation, maintenance and inspection of all engines and auxiliary equipment while the vessel is underway. Work includes performance of minor and preventive maintenance assignments while underway and assisting major overhaul of motors while vessel is dry-docked. Employees are responsible for following all safety and Homeland Security rules and regulations. Work is performed under direct observation for safe and efficient operation of all equipment. Employees may perform other duties as required.

Job duties include but not limited to:

+ Assist the chief engineer in the operation and maintenance of engines, generators, steering gears, pumps and similar auxiliary equipment. Assist in making minor emergency repairs while underway.

+ Inspects and greases steering gears; changes oil filters, packs pumps and performs other preventative maintenance work as directed by chief engineer in accordance with procedures and regulations.

+ In conjunction with chief engineer, maintains and operates all firefighting equipment, maintains a daily log on machinery operations, such as oil changes, quantity of fuel aboard and repairs made to engines.

+ Assists the marine mechanic in making major repairs and overhauls on motors and auxiliary equipment.

+ Performs related duties as required.

This position will work out of the CURRITUCK FERRY OPERATION and works shift work – 7 days on and 7 days off.

A COPY OF BOTH TWIC AND VALID MMC DOCUMENT MUST BE LISTED ON THE APPLICATION AND PRESENTED AT THE INTERVIEW PROCESS.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

•Knowledge of the US Coast Guard rules and regulations governing occupational hazards and safety precautions for engine room work aboard ferries.

•Knowledge of the marine engine room.

•Skill in constant awareness of engines, generators, and switchboard conditions.

Knowledge of the proper use of hand tools and gauges.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Possession of a valid U.S. Coast Guard Oiler Certificate.

Necessary Special Qualifications Possession of a Transportation Worker Identification Credential Card (TWIC) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Supplemental and Contact Information

René Basnight, 252-423-5125, [email protected]

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

+ Yes

+ No

02

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the US Coast Guard rules and regulations governing occupational hazards and safety precautions for engine room work aboard ferries?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

04

Explain how you have knowledge of the US Coast Guard rules and regulations governing occupational hazards and safety precautions for engine room work aboard ferries?

05

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the marine engine room?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

06

Explain how you have knowledge of the marine engine room.

07

Which of the following best describes your level of skill in constant awareness of engines, generators, and switchboard conditions?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

08

Explain how you have skill in constant awareness of engines, generators, and switchboard conditions.

09

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the proper use of hand tools and gauges?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

10

Explain how you have knowledge of the proper use of hand tools and gauges.

11

Do you possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard Oiler Certificate?

+ Yes

+ No

12

If you answered yes to the question above, please list your certificate number.

13

Do you possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential Card (TWIC) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)?

+ Yes

+ No

14

If you answered yes to the question above, please list your number and expiration date.

Required Question

Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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