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75210.02 – Cable ferry operators

Cable ferry operators operate cable ferries.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Cable ferry deckhand
  • Cable ferry operator
  • Power cable ferry operator

Core competencies

  • Operation and Control to proficiently steer the ferry along established routes while adjusting for currents, wind and flotsam, as well as monitor cable and propulsion systems and implement safety protocols
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment to monitor machinery and equipment performance, identify deviations from standard operating conditions and conduct routine inspections
  • Control of Settings to adjust and optimize cable and ferry settings, including speed, tension and alignment, based on real-time conditions
  • Glare Tolerance and Night Vision to operate ferry safely in low-light and high-glare condition while maintaining optimal visibility of surroundings and equipment
  • Independence to demonstrate strong decision-making skills, the ability to work autonomously in managing ferry operations and the capacity to handle unexpected situations effectively
  • Knowledge in Vehicle, Machinery and Equipment Operations to understand operating and maintaining complex ferry systems, including cable tensioning mechanisms, emergency procedures and advanced navigational control

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • 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.

Additional information

  • There is little or no mobility among lock equipment operators, cable ferry operators and ferry terminal workers.
  • Mobility between boat operators in this unit group is possible.
  • Progression from boat operator positions to deck officer positions is possible with additional training, experience and certification.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Deck officers, water transport (72602)
  • Water transport deck and engine room crew (74201)

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

7 – Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations

TEER

5 – Occupations usually require short-term work demonstration and no formal education

Major group

75 – Helpers and labourers and other transport drivers, operators and labourers

Sub-major group

752 – Transport drivers, operators and labourers

Minor group

7521 – Water and rail transport operators and labourers and related occupations

Unit group

75210 – Boat and cable ferry operators and related occupations

Occupational profile

75210.02 – Cable ferry operators

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