Ability to be trained for proper response to emergency situations (ex: man overboard, fire, flooding etc.). * Additional knowledge/skill requirements may be required by assignment or contract.
Ability to be trained for proper response to emergency situations (ex: man overboard, fire, flooding etc.). * Additional knowledge/skill requirements may be required by assignment or contract.
Deckhand
Havasu Lake, CA · On-site
$16.50/hr
Participate in safety/firefighting/man-overboard drills as per USCG regulations. * Respond to and render aid in safety/firefighting/man-overboard situations per USCG. * Perform as "lookout" while ...
Deckhand
Havasu Lake, CA · On-site
$16.50/hr
Participate in safety/firefighting/man-overboard drills as per USCG regulations. * Respond to and render aid in safety/firefighting/man-overboard situations per USCG. * Perform as "lookout" while ...
Captain
Havasu Lake, CA · On-site
Must respond to and render aid in safety/firefighting/man-overboard situations per USCG. * Direct deckhands to lookout and helm duties as needed. * Supervise boarding procedures to ensure safety and ...
Captain
Havasu Lake, CA · On-site
Must respond to and render aid in safety/firefighting/man-overboard situations per USCG. * Direct deckhands to lookout and helm duties as needed. * Supervise boarding procedures to ensure safety and ...
Captain
Lake Havasu City, AZ · On-site
Must respond to and render aid in safety/firefighting/man-overboard situations per USCG. * Direct deckhands to lookout and helm duties as needed. * Supervise boarding procedures to ensure safety and ...
Captain
Lake Havasu City, AZ · On-site
Must respond to and render aid in safety/firefighting/man-overboard situations per USCG. * Direct deckhands to lookout and helm duties as needed. * Supervise boarding procedures to ensure safety and ...
Third Mate
Cape Canaveral, FL · On-site
This includes keeping the ship seaworthy during fire and loss of stability, and providing aid and maintaining safety during man overboard, abandoning ship, and medical emergencies. Understanding ship ...
Third Mate
Cape Canaveral, FL · On-site
This includes keeping the ship seaworthy during fire and loss of stability, and providing aid and maintaining safety during man overboard, abandoning ship, and medical emergencies. Understanding ship ...
Performs assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill. * Handles fuel, lube oil and water transfer hoses under the direction of the Person in Charge ...
Performs assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill. * Handles fuel, lube oil and water transfer hoses under the direction of the Person in Charge ...
Offshore Safety Rep
Lafayette, LA · On-site
Coordinating and participating in drills (fire, muster, man-overboard), ensuring lifesaving equipment is maintained, and acting as an on-scene safety lead. * Safety Coaching & Training: Leading ...
Offshore Safety Rep
Lafayette, LA · On-site
Coordinating and participating in drills (fire, muster, man-overboard), ensuring lifesaving equipment is maintained, and acting as an on-scene safety lead. * Safety Coaching & Training: Leading ...
Tender Captain I
Chicago, IL · On-site
$22/hr
Ability to provide man-overboard rescues. Must be able to work in a team environment and support Company objectives enthusiastically. Observes safety and security procedures. Ability to work varied ...
Tender Captain I
Chicago, IL · On-site
$22/hr
Ability to provide man-overboard rescues. Must be able to work in a team environment and support Company objectives enthusiastically. Observes safety and security procedures. Ability to work varied ...
Able Bodied Seaman
Panama City, FL · On-site
Participating in emergency drills, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, and damage control drills * Assisting with the launch and recovery of small boats used by performing routine deck ...
Able Bodied Seaman
Panama City, FL · On-site
Participating in emergency drills, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, and damage control drills * Assisting with the launch and recovery of small boats used by performing routine deck ...
Third Mate
Cape Canaveral, FL · On-site
This includes keeping the ship seaworthy during fire and loss of stability, and providing aid and maintaining safety during man overboard, abandoning ship, and medical emergencies. Understanding ship ...
Third Mate
Cape Canaveral, FL · On-site
This includes keeping the ship seaworthy during fire and loss of stability, and providing aid and maintaining safety during man overboard, abandoning ship, and medical emergencies. Understanding ship ...
Summer/Winter Cadet
Staten Island, NY · On-site
Performs assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill. * Handles fuel, lube oil and water transfer hoses under the direction of the Person in Charge ...
Summer/Winter Cadet
Staten Island, NY · On-site
Performs assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill. * Handles fuel, lube oil and water transfer hoses under the direction of the Person in Charge ...
Participating in emergency drills, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, and damage control drills * Assisting with the launch and recovery of small boats used by performing routine deck ...
Participating in emergency drills, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, and damage control drills * Assisting with the launch and recovery of small boats used by performing routine deck ...
Ability to be trained for proper response to emergency situations (ex: man overboard, fire, flooding etc.). * Additional knowledge/skill requirements may be required by assignment or contract.
Ability to be trained for proper response to emergency situations (ex: man overboard, fire, flooding etc.). * Additional knowledge/skill requirements may be required by assignment or contract.
Participating in emergency drills, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, and damage control drills * Assisting with the launch and recovery of small boats used by performing routine deck ...
Participating in emergency drills, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, and damage control drills * Assisting with the launch and recovery of small boats used by performing routine deck ...
Offshore Safety Rep
Lafayette, LA · On-site
Coordinating and participating in drills (fire, muster, man-overboard), ensuring lifesaving equipment is maintained, and acting as an on-scene safety lead. * Safety Coaching & Training: Leading ...
Offshore Safety Rep
Lafayette, LA · On-site
Coordinating and participating in drills (fire, muster, man-overboard), ensuring lifesaving equipment is maintained, and acting as an on-scene safety lead. * Safety Coaching & Training: Leading ...
Respond to emergencies, including mechanical failures, fire, man-overboard situations, and spill response, following established procedures. * Conduct pre- and post-trip vessel inspections, report ...
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Respond to emergencies, including mechanical failures, fire, man-overboard situations, and spill response, following established procedures. * Conduct pre- and post-trip vessel inspections, report ...
Perform assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill Requirements * Strictly follow all HFL policies, as well as adhere to USCG and federal regulations.
Perform assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill Requirements * Strictly follow all HFL policies, as well as adhere to USCG and federal regulations.
Perform assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill Requirements * Strictly follow all HFL policies, as well as adhere to USCG and federal regulations.
Perform assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill Requirements * Strictly follow all HFL policies, as well as adhere to USCG and federal regulations.
Experienced Deckhand
Paducah, KY · Remote
Perform assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill Requirements * Strictly follow all HFL policies, as well as adhere to USCG and federal regulations.
Experienced Deckhand
Paducah, KY · Remote
Perform assigned firefighting, man overboard and abandon ship duties as assigned on the Station Bill Requirements * Strictly follow all HFL policies, as well as adhere to USCG and federal regulations.
Revetment Worker
$20.03/hr
Is subject to hazards of falling overboard, breaking cables, and working near moving cranes and equipment handling heavy loads. Is required to frequently handle the tying tool and pneumatic line that ...
Revetment Worker
$20.03/hr
Is subject to hazards of falling overboard, breaking cables, and working near moving cranes and equipment handling heavy loads. Is required to frequently handle the tying tool and pneumatic line that ...
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V2X rating
9.0
Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
52nd of 450 rated engineering
Job description
***This position is physically located in the Marshall Islands in support of LOGCAP***
***This Job Posting only applies to RMI Citizens and must be authorized to work in the RMI to be considered for this Job***
The Engineman II is responsible for operating and maintaining all vessel machinery. Performs troubleshooting and repair of engines and ship systems.
Responsibilities
This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.
- Operate and maintain all propulsion and associated machinery and equipment on board the assigned vessel.
- Identify and troubleshoot all minor engineering problems. Any major problem or casualty will be immediately reported to the vessel’s captain.
- Assist in determining parts, supplies, and material requirements for vessel maintenance.
- When underway, stand engine room watches to include monitoring running machinery, recording engine data and be alert for malfunctions, fire or flooding, man overboard etc.
- Assist in ensuring all required engineering entries are properly recorded in the logbook.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications: Education/Certifications: One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Experience
- One (1) year of experience in engine teardown and rebuilding or related experience preferred.
- Skills
- Basic oral and basic English writing skills.
- An ability and aptitude for marine diesel engine operation and repair.
- Ability to be trained for proper response to emergency situations (ex: man overboard, fire, flooding etc.).
- Additional knowledge/skill requirements may be required by assignment or contract.
- Working Conditions:
- Must be capable of working in an extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, wet, tropical environment with average temperatures of 130 degrees in the summer months).
- Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well.
- The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
- The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
- The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard about ambient noise level.
- The worker is subject to vibration. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body.
- The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals
- Physical Requirements:
- Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents.
- Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations. PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
- Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies
- Minimum Qualifications: Education/Certifications: One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Experience
- One (1) year of experience in engine teardown and rebuilding or related experience preferred.
- Skills
- Basic oral and basic English writing skills.
- An ability and aptitude for marine diesel engine operation and repair.
- Ability to be trained for proper response to emergency situations (ex: man overboard, fire, flooding etc.).
- Additional knowledge/skill requirements may be required by assignment or contract.
- Working Conditions:
- Must be capable of working in an extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, wet, tropical environment with average temperatures of 130 degrees in the summer months).
- Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well.
- The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
- The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
- The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard about ambient noise level.
- The worker is subject to vibration. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body.
- The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals
- Physical Requirements:
- Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents.
- Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations. PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
- Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies
About V2X
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Industry
Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
McLean, VA, US
Year founded
1945