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Operate the Big Bar Cable Ferry to provide reliable service to the traveling public. Perform routine maintenance and repairs on the ferry's engine, cables, and winches.

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←Back to all jobs at Dawson Group Temporary Ferry Operator Cariboo E, BC Canada Seasonal $36.87/hour Dawson Road Maintenance is looking for a skilled Ferry Operator with the ability to work independently, in a remote location, to maintain and operate the Big Bar Cable Ferry. In this role you will be a valued member of Dawson Road Maintenance, working as a Temporary Ferry Operator, reporting to the Superintendent, Roads. The Ferry Operator will provide prompt, reliable service to the traveling public. Your base location will be at Big Bar Ferry which is 60km north of Lillooet and 72km west of Clinton. What Success Looks Like Prioritize safety of self and others in all aspects of the job Signal passengers and motor vehicles to embark and disembark Operate cable ferry across narrow waterway Perform routine maintenance and repairs to engine, cables and winches What You Bring Experience in the field is an asset Ability to work shift work Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions Benefits Looking to be part of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, Excellence and Respect and as such we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization. You will work for a company that offers an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities. Dawson Group is expanding, and we need people like you to join us on our journey to help us continue safely connecting our communities. Apply now to start the conversation! Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.

What you’ll do

Operate the Big Bar Cable Ferry to provide reliable service to the traveling public. Perform routine maintenance and repairs on the ferry's engine, cables, and winches.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience in the field and the ability to work independently in remote locations. Must be capable of working shift work and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Benefits

• Pension • Medical Benefits • Learning Opportunities • Long-term Advancement Opportunities

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Reliable · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Ferry Operation
• Routine Maintenance
• Engine Repair
• Cable Maintenance
• Winch Maintenance
• Safety Prioritization
• Passenger Signaling
• Independent Work

Job areas

• Transportation
• Trades
• Construction