Marine Opportunities at the Cape May–Lewes Ferry

Chart Your Course to a Maritime Career

Looking for a rewarding career on the water? The Cape May–Lewes Ferry offers exciting opportunities for both seasoned mariners and newcomers eager to join the maritime industry. Whether you dream of navigating vessels, maintaining engines, or working as part of a tight-knit crew, you’ll find a path that fits your ambitions — and lets you be home every night.

Our marine team includes Ordinary Seamen, Able-Bodied Seamen, Engineers, Pilots, and Captains, all working together to keep the Ferry running safely and smoothly across the Delaware Bay. We hire year-round, offering full-time, seasonal, and casual positions with competitive pay, training, and growth opportunities.

⚓ Why Join the Ferry Marine Crew?

Working at the Ferry means joining a team that values safety, skill, and camaraderie. Our crew takes pride in operating unique vessels that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern marine technology. The best part? You get to work on the water while enjoying a stable schedule and excellent benefits.

Beyond the job itself, you’ll discover the unmatched lifestyle of living and working along the Delaware Bay — surrounded by scenic beaches, vibrant coastal communities, and plenty of ways to unwind after a day’s work. Many team members describe the Ferry as a second family, and their work as a career they love.

🌊 Current Opportunities

We’re actively hiring for several marine positions in Cape May, NJ, including:

Marine Electrician
3rd Assistant Engineer
Casual Assistant Engineer (Marine)
Casual Ordinary Seaman
Casual Able-Bodied Seaman
Casual Night Vessel Operator

Visit the DRBA Employment Page and filter by “Marine” under Departments to apply.

Not sure which position is right for you? Submit your resume using the “Send Us Your Resume” button, and we’ll match your experience with available roles — no prior marine experience required.

🚢 About the Cape May–Lewes Ferry

The Cape May–Lewes Ferry connects Cape May, NJ and Lewes, DE, carrying more than 800 passengers and 100 vehicles per sailing across the Delaware Bay. Operating up to 14 trips per day, it’s one of only two ferry routes in the U.S. that extends a numbered highway — Route 9 — across a body of water.

Our fleet includes three Motor Vessels — the Cape Henlopen, Delaware, and New Jersey — along with the Delafort, which operates the seasonal Forts Ferry Crossing between Delaware City, Fort Delaware, and Fort Mott, NJ. The service is managed by the Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA), which also operates the Delaware Memorial Bridge and several regional airports.