Full-Time
H5202 – Ferry Chief Eng Wage
Posted on 1/13/2026
Virginia Department of Transportation
Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure
No salary listed
Williamsburg, VA, USA
In Person
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- Ability to complete and maintain records and reports.
- Ability to diagnose and repair primary and ancillary systems on ferry.
- Ability to read and interpret gauges, schematics, and manuals.
- Ability to train others.
- Knowledge and ability to operate and monitor main engines and auxiliary machinery on ferry vessels.
- Knowledge of United States Coast Guard regulations governing ferry operations.
- Must hold a minimum MMC - endorsed as Chief Engineer of motor vessels of at least 3000 Horsepower.
- Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
- Valid driver's license.
- Operate and monitor main engine and auxiliary machinery on ferry vessels to ensure safety of passengers, crew, and property.
- Perform special duties as assigned.
- Passenger Management : Provide information and assistance. Resolve issues with passengers in a professional manner.
- Perform duties as assigned.
- Record Keeping : Ensure accurate fuel readings are taken and recorded at the start of each day. Maintain ship's engineering log with all pertinent information. Maintain records of machinery usage and readings for maintenance department. Maintain and submit all other records and reports on schedule.
- Vessel Machinery Management : Perform minor repairs to all systems. Keep Captain informed of any deficiencies. Operate all machinery according to USCG and VDOT regulations and policies and recognized engineering practices. Perform all required drills and crew training. Maintain vessel readiness for USCG inspections.
- Vessel Security and Emergency Response : Be alert to security violations and suspicious behavior during shift. Respond appropriately to emergency situations. Ensure engine room security doors are always closed and secure, as well as other non-passenger access compartments. Report all violations.
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Watercraft Operations, or related field desired.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) manages Virginia’s transportation network. It plans, builds, maintains, and operates roads, bridges, and tunnels to keep travel safe and efficient. Its work includes long-range planning (looking 20–25 years ahead), transportation modeling for regional partners, and public outreach to keep citizens informed and involved, such as campaigns promoting safer roundabouts. Unlike private companies, VDOT is a state government agency funded to serve the public interest rather than earn profits. Its goal is to provide a reliable, safe, and accessible highway system for all Virginians and to address future transportation needs through coordinated planning and infrastructure projects.
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- HRBT Expansion adds twin tunnels, finishes spring 2027.
- $604K federal grant funds wildlife crossing sites.
- Data-driven stops reduce crashes at Goosley Road.
What critics are saying
- Underfunding defers 25% bridge maintenance, collapses in 12-24 months.
- Sea level rise erodes 15% coastal assets by 2030.
- Maryland poaches 10-15% engineers in 18-36 months.
What makes Virginia Department of Transportation unique
- VDOT manages Virginia's roads, bridges, and HRBT tunnels uniquely.
- VDOT leads 20-25 year transportation planning statewide.
- VDOT promotes roundabouts via public campaigns for safety.
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Company News
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program has awarded a grant of $604,318 to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to support the identification of wildlife crossing sites across the state.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) worked with the National Park Service (NPS) to create a new traffic pattern on Goosley Road at the Route 17 intersection in York County.