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Chief Engineer

Galveston, TX · On-site

Key Accountabilities • Ensure that all engineers and engine room ratings are fully acquainted with their duties, standing orders and instructions including emergency procedures. • Issue Standing ...

AET

Chief Engineer

Galveston, TX · On-site

Key Accountabilities • Ensure that all engineers and engine room ratings are fully acquainted with their duties, standing orders and instructions including emergency procedures. • Issue Standing ...

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Deck Engine Utility (Wiper)

Galveston, TX · On-site

$282.22/day

Pay Rate: 12-hour harbor day $141.11 24-hour harbor day $282.22 Job Responsibilities * Adhering to ... Maintaining engine room cleanliness by practicing good housekeeping and by keeping the engine room ...

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Tanker First Asst Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

... and ratings; · The safe keeping of engine room watch as delegated by the Chief Engineer; · Assurance to act on behalf of the Chief Engineer during periods of absence, or incapacitation; · ...

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Third Assistant Engineer

Iselin, NJ · On-site

$39.38/hr

Cleans engine room bilges, strainers in lubricating system, and all water pumps, tanks, and ... The hourly rate provided for this position reflects the set base pay for new hires. Annual ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for engine room rating in the United States is $22.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an engine room rating?

An Engine Room Rating is a crew member responsible for assisting in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a ship’s engine and machinery. They work under the supervision of engineers to ensure the vessel’s propulsion and auxiliary systems function properly. Duties include monitoring equipment, performing routine maintenance, and handling emergency repairs. Strong technical skills and physical stamina are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an engine room rating?

To thrive as an Engine Room Rating, you need a solid understanding of marine engineering basics, mechanical aptitude, and often a valid STCW certification or equivalent maritime qualification. Familiarity with engine control systems, safety protocols, and routine maintenance tools is essential. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication make candidates stand out in a shipboard environment. These skills ensure the safe and efficient operation of the vessel's machinery, which is critical for both crew safety and smooth sailing.

What are some common challenges faced by engine room ratings while working at sea?

Engine Room Ratings often encounter challenges such as working in hot, noisy, and confined spaces for extended periods. They must remain alert and responsive while dealing with machinery breakdowns, routine maintenance, and emergency situations, often during overnight shifts. Adapting to life at sea—such as rotating shift patterns and limited time on shore—can also require resilience and strong coping skills. Despite these challenges, many find the camaraderie among the crew and opportunities for skill development to be rewarding aspects of the role.

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Marine Operator Engine/QMED

Jacksonville, FL

Crowley Maritime Corporation
1 - 5K employees
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$25.25 - $30.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Overview

As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.


By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration.


To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.


Crowley's Marine Management Services Inc. (MMS) is a dedicated, MLC certified, marine and offshore crewing company whose focus is to add value to the ship or asset owner through successful and cost-effective management of marine resources. MMS’s main focuses are offshore crewing, personnel recruitment, and project support.


To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.

SUMMARY: Works in the engine room and is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing all engines and machinery.


Responsibilities

FPSO Turritella

Essential Functions:

  • Maintaining and repairing vessel mechanical equipment and systems and ER equipment under Marine Engine Supervisor supervision.
  • Inspecting and maintaining portable power tools.
  • Gauging ER tanks.
  • Ensuring that allocated mechanical maintenance and repair work is carried out safely, efficiently, and according to procedure and that the supervisor is made aware of all activities, especially where safety is an issue.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Carrying out the correct isolation and disconnection procedures.
  • Using correct procedures and correct method of dismantling.
  • Identifying potential sources of hazard prior to dismantling.
  • Identifying, checking, and preparing components.
  • Applying appropriate tests and test equipment to ensure reassembly is correct and effective.
  • Adjusting instruments to meet the operating specifications.
  • Monitoring and recording what has been carried out in work history or log book.
  • Adjusting with minimum disruption to any ongoing activities and minimum waste of resources.
  • Responding promptly to problems according to approved procedures.
  • Keeping the work area within own responsibility clean and free of hazards
  • Raising alarms as appropriate and acting upon them using applied policies and procedures or initiative.
  • Reporting all potential and actual incidents to the relevant supervisor.
  • Carrying out Emergency Response role.
  • Carrying out any lawful command and delegated duty as issued by the Chief Engineer, Master, Second Engineer, or delegated OOW.

Qualifications

Certification:

  • Required:
    • Must hold a valid USCG MMC with a minimum of a QMED license
    • Engine Room Ratings Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (III/4)
    • Able Seafarer- Engine (III/5)
    • Basic Safety Training (VI/1)
    • Valid USCG 719k Med Cert (STCW)
    • Valid TWIC Card
  • Preferred:
    • Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties/Security Awareness (VI/6)
    • Tanker Assist (V/1-1-1 Basic Oil and Chemical Tanker Operations- Tankerman Assist / PIC-DL )
    • Passport
    • IADC Rig Pass / SafeGulf equivalent
    • T-HUET (or better)

*All qualified candidates must submit the above required documents with their application in order to be reviewed for the position*

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent [G.E.D.]
  • Minimum of 2 years sea time in rank as a Watchkeeping Engine Room rating on Offshore Vessels
  • Proven experience or qualified as apprentice or journeyman in mechanical engineering or local equivalent.
    • Previous Tanker Vessel experience * Preferred
    • Experience handling flammable/dangerous liquids (familiarization with bunkering/transferring of products). * Preferred
    • Good experience in risk assessment, permit to work, and instrument/mechanical isolation standards. * Preferred

Reports To: 1St Assistant Engineer

Supervisory Responsibilities—N/A

Compensation:

  • Competitive Day Rate
  • Comprehensive Benefits package
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • LTD
    • STD
    • AD&D
    • Life Insurance
    • 401k
  • 28/28 Rotation
  • Paid Travel

Duration/Travel/Timeline Details: 10% Travel – To and from the vessel along with shoreside training

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions/Work Environment:  Works both inside and outside in conditions of both high and low temperatures. May be exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially dangerous equipment. Must be able to crouch and stoop to get into areas with restricted headroom and be able to climb ladders. Meet the USCG 719K physical standard.

Other: Must be able to work in a drug free workplace; never under the influence of mind-altering prescriptions or non-prescription drugs, including alcohol, and other drugs of abuse.

Qualifications:

Certification:

  • Required:
    • Must hold a valid USCG MMC with a minimum of a QMED license
    • Engine Room Ratings Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (III/4)
    • Able Seafarer- Engine (III/5)
    • Basic Safety Training (VI/1)
    • Valid USCG 719k Med Cert (STCW)
    • Valid TWIC Card
  • Preferred:
    • Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties/Security Awareness (VI/6)
    • Tanker Assist (V/1-1-1 Basic Oil and Chemical Tanker Operations- Tankerman Assist / PIC-DL )
    • Passport
    • IADC Rig Pass / SafeGulf equivalent
    • T-HUET (or better)

*All qualified candidates must submit the above required documents with their application in order to be reviewed for the position*

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent [G.E.D.]
  • Minimum of 2 years sea time in rank as a Watchkeeping Engine Room rating on Offshore Vessels
  • Proven experience or qualified as apprentice or journeyman in mechanical engineering or local equivalent.
    • Previous Tanker Vessel experience * Preferred
    • Experience handling flammable/dangerous liquids (familiarization with bunkering/transferring of products). * Preferred
    • Good experience in risk assessment, permit to work, and instrument/mechanical isolation standards. * Preferred

Reports To: 1St Assistant Engineer

Supervisory Responsibilities—N/A

Compensation:

  • Competitive Day Rate
  • Comprehensive Benefits package
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • LTD
    • STD
    • AD&D
    • Life Insurance
    • 401k
  • 28/28 Rotation
  • Paid Travel

Duration/Travel/Timeline Details: 10% Travel – To and from the vessel along with shoreside training

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions/Work Environment:  Works both inside and outside in conditions of both high and low temperatures. May be exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially dangerous equipment. Must be able to crouch and stoop to get into areas with restricted headroom and be able to climb ladders. Meet the USCG 719K physical standard.

Other: Must be able to work in a drug free workplace; never under the influence of mind-altering prescriptions or non-prescription drugs, including alcohol, and other drugs of abuse.

Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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