Also called: Ferry Crew
Loads cars and passengers and handles lines on ferries.
Ferry deckhands direct cars onto the boat, tie up at each dock, watch for safety issues, and help passengers. It is a common starting job for future ferry captains.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. Merchant Mariner Credential and safety training.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing slowly (about 1% over 10 years).
Low risk for 10 years. Directing cars, tying up at every dock and helping passengers stay hands-on work.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to ferry systems and start your Merchant Mariner Credential and TWIC applications First: USCG Merchant Mariner Credential and TWIC card (often 4+ weeks); most companies hire 18+
Classes: Physical education, Driver's ed, Health.
Official data: O*NET occupation 53-5011.
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