1st Assistant Engineer
About The Position
The First Assistant Engineer assigned to work on a Hydraulic Suction Dredge is responsible for all of the mechanical and electrical equipment, motors and engines onboard the vessel. He/she often works alongside the Chief Engineer on a project when repairs are needed. He/she performs many routine tasks such as hooking up hoses, cleaning up and assisting with fuel transfer operations. He/she will troubleshoot with the Chief Engineer and other crew members when conducting a repair or to determine a malfunction. He/she makes periodic checks and visually inspects equipment such as, but not limited to: engines, motors, pumps, batteries, gauges and valves. He/she will maintain logs, ledgers and work orders regarding the overall performance of the dredge’s equipment by monitoring various computer devices, meters, and gauges. May lift, carry, pull or push items weighing up to 75 lbs. when assisting with repairs, the length of the vessel, and below deck.
Requirements
- Must have at least 1 year of experience as Watch Engineer or "Engineer-of-the-Watch" or prior watch standing experience in engine rooms or heavy machinery
- Must be able to learn engineering systems associated with dredge equipment
- Must be able perform specialized work aboard the Dredge and attendant plant
- Must be able to travel nationwide
- Excellent written and oral communication and organizing skills – in a fast-paced multi-task work environment
- Must have a valid TWIC
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push parts or supplies weighing up to 75lbs
- Proficient computer skills and maintaining information data bases
Nice To Haves
- NS Enterprise experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Performs routine tasks such as hooking up hoses, cleaning up, and assisting with fuel transfer operations
- Assist the Chief Engineer and other crew members when conducting repairs or performing routine maintenance
- Makes periodic checks and visually inspects equipment such as, but not limited to: engines, motors, pumps, batteries, gauges, and valves
- Maintain logs regarding the overall performance of the dredges equipment by monitoring various computer devices, meters, gauges, and valves
- May lift, carry, pull, or push miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts weighing up to 75 lbs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
