Tug Boat Engineer

Precon Marine, Inc

Chesapeake, VA

Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

SUMMARY:
To serve as an engineer aboard vessel. The Tug Boat Engineer is responsible for the repair and maintenance of various ship systems, and must be skilled in troubleshooting and fixing mechanical failures.
Responsibilities

Reporting any unsafe conditions or vessel hazards and provide opportunities to resolve or improve.
Perform inspections of vessels for repair & maintenance according to proper standards and procedures.
Coordinate with the Vessel Captain and Crew to schedule and perform any general and planned maintenance
Communicate with the Captain and Crew regarding any scheduled maintenance or other unusual conditions which may adversely affect the vessel or its operating schedule.
Keep accurate records of all maintenance preformed using company equipment database.
Monthly fuel and lube oil reporting
Lead the use and transfer of fuel oil, lube oil, waste oil and oily waste, and potable and ballast water.
Monitor the quality and condition of engineering supplies
Maintain inventories of adequate spare parts and tools.
Working on deck, including ship docking and tug mooring operations.
Acting as a look out
Other duties as designated by the captain

Qualifications and requirements

Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC).
Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).
5 years' experience within the industry.
Pre-Employment Drug Screening.
USCG engineering license.
Knowledge of Cummins, Detroit and Catapillar Engines

Physical Demands

Work safely in a marine setting.
Walk, sit, or stand for extended periods of time.
Frequently reach with hands and arms.
Frequently crouch or stoop.
Climb/descend stairs and ladders.
Occasionally lift and/or carry up to 60 lbs.
Occasionally enter and work in enclosed spaces.
Withstand exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, rain, cold and or/humidity.

Attributes

Excellent Communication skills
A role model for safety
Thrives in a fast paced environment
Exhibit good judgment in matters involving quality of performance.
Meets deadlines in an environment of interruptions
Able to work effectively with many different personality types.
Possess and demonstrate values of honesty, integrity, reliability and consistency.
Exhibit a strong work ethic.
Is inquisitive and has good problem solving skills.
Well organized.
Detail oriented and thorough.
Receptive to change.
Decisive.
An effective planner and continually uses foresight.
A good listener and communicator.
Demonstrate professionalism at all times.
Possess a positive attitude.