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Chalet

Small Engine Mechanic

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Chalet has an opportunity for a full-time, year-round Small Engine Mechanic who would report to Fleet Management. Our Small Engine Mechanic would assist with the operation of the tool room as well as ...

Taboo Grow

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SEO Strategist with Reddit focus (Remote, Full-Time)

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$1.8K - $3.5K/mo

Run Ahrefs and other SEO reports * Take on SEO blogs and other onsite copy to complete a ... A strong, versatile writer who can read the room of any online community * A native Reddit user who ...

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State of Maine

Ferry Engineer - Relief

Rockland, ME · On-site

$26.17 - $36.62/hr

Clean and maintain the engine room, auxiliary spaces and various other systems on the vessel ... prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful ...

Maine

Ferry Engineer - Relief

Rockland, ME · On-site

$26.17 - $36.62/hr

Clean and maintain the engine room, auxiliary spaces and various other systems on the vessel ... prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful ...

Bowhead

Wiper

Panama City, FL

$18.50 - $23/hr

May stand engine room watches and/or lookout watches, scale and chip paint, paint, handle lines in ... FULL_TIME

Bowhead

QMED/Wiper

Panama City, FL

$21.25 - $26.25/hr

May stand engine room watches and/or lookout watches, scale and chip paint, paint, handle lines in ... FULL_TIME

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How much do full time engine room jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time engine room in the United States is $21.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Engine Room vs Part Time Engine Room?

AspectFull Time Engine RoomPart Time Engine Room
Work HoursTypically 40+ hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
CertificationsRequired certifications like STCW, marine engineering licensesSame certifications may be required, but less frequently needed
Work EnvironmentOnboard ships or marine facilitiesSimilar environment, but with flexible scheduling
Employer UsageCommon in shipping companies and maritime industriesLess common, often in part-time or seasonal roles

Full Time Engine Room roles involve working standard hours with full certifications, primarily onboard ships or marine facilities. Part Time Engine Room positions offer flexible hours but require similar credentials. The main difference lies in work hours and scheduling, with full-time roles providing consistent employment and part-time roles offering flexibility.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Engine Room job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 15% Full Time, 75% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,021 per year, or $21.6 per hour.
Line Haul Towboat Pilot

Line Haul Towboat Pilot

Evansville Marine Service

Henderson, KY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Responsible for the overall safety of the towing vessel.
  • Responsible for aiding in the safety of all coworkers.
  • Report any and all hazardous or unsafe conditions and making corrections when able.
  • Make and break tow for customer vessels and other EMS boats.
  • Pick up and deliver barges to and from customer docks.
  • Perform daily inspection of the vessels firefighting and lifesaving equipment.
  • Participate in all drills and safety meetings.
  • Learn and perform assigned duties in emergency situations.
  • Learn when to use PPE and know the right type(s) to use for any task.
  • Ordering stores and supplies on a regular basis.
  • Taking on fuel, water, oil, etc.
  • Provide continuous training for other new hires and Job Corps trainees.
  • Conduct daily safety inspections of equipment and vessel structure, including walking and visually inspecting the exterior of each deck, the engine room, the wheelhouse, and any other areas of the vessel that are critical to the safety of the vessel and the crew.
  • Assist new crewmembers on tow for training purposes, including donning PPE, which may include a personal flotation device (PFD), as well as eye protection, face protection, splash protection, foot protection, hearing protection, or hand protection, depending on the task.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Speak, read, and write English well enough to maintain vessel logs, read training materials, and follow written instructions.
  • Climb at least 3 sets of stairs or ladders in short succession (from wheelhouse to engine room).
  • Hear and respond to radio communications with significant background noise.
  • Lift, pull, push, and carry ship's stores, vessel's rigging and other equipment up to 70lbs over distances of up to 1000'.
  • Perform general vessel maintenance in tight quarters, including stooping, crouching, and crawling while using hand tools and power tools.
  • Routinely walk and maintain balance across uneven, slippery, or unstable surfaces without assistance
  • Step over high doorsills, bullrails, and other structural obstacles.
  • Walk up or down a ramp with an incline of up to 10° (17% grade), and length up to 100'

EMERGENCY DUTIES
In addition to the routine physical standards above, a Pilot may face emergency situations that require brief but intense physical activity during drills and training. As mariners, we are our own First Responders, and must be able to:
  • Participate in drills that may include carrying firefighting equipment up several flights of stairs, retrieving objects from the water, and carrying dewatering pumps in a short amount of time.
  • Assist an injured person from a barge to the boat.
  • Carry a 40lb extinguisher up one or more flights of stairs.
  • Crawl on all fours across steel decking to escape a smoke-filled area.
  • Extract an unconscious person from a vessel in distress.
  • Hear, and rapidly respond to, alarms, bells, and whistles.
  • In short succession, carry a 50lb de-watering pump, carry a 5g gas can, and carry accompanying hoses (20-30lbs each);
  • Set up and start the de-watering pump and effectively operate a firehose under high pressure.
  • Retrieve an unconscious adult from the water and onto the boat.
  • Throw a 5lb ring buoy at least 25' and retrieve it with an adult attached.
  • Unface and face-up the boat alone to retrieve unconscious or immobile victims from the water or from a barge.

This list is not exhaustive. Pilots are expected to perform any duties required of them to ensure the safe operation of the vessel to which they are assigned, and those duties may include assisting other teams at EMS as needed.
Requirements
  • Applicants must possess a valid Merchant Mariner's Credential with a Western Rivers endorsement, a valid Medical Certificate, a valid TWIC card, and at least a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator's Permit.
  • Applicants must meet the Physical Requirements and be able to perform the Emergency Duties itemized above.
  • Applicants must have reliable transportation to and from work.
  • Applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment DOT 5-panel Urine Drug Test.

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