DDE Unlimited
About The Position
Grand River Navigation Company, the U.S. operating subsidiary of Rand Logistics Corporation, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Engineer aboard their US flagged self-unloading Articulated Tug Barge Units. This role is part of the Deck or Engine teams and offers a career focused on safety, efficient operations, a family-oriented environment, one of the best leave and rotation systems on the Great Lakes, unprecedented teamwork, and talented colleagues. The company is one of the largest marine transportation service providers on the Great Lakes, operating a combined fleet of 15 bulk freight vessels with their Canadian sister company, Lower Lakes Towing Ltd., serving over 50 customers across the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway.
Requirements
- TWIC Card - Transportation Worker Identification Credential
- United States Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC) issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG)
- MMC Endorsement DDE - Unlimited or Assistant Engineer Limited (Minimum)
- Unexpired US Passport or Enhanced Driver's License and allowed entry into Canada
- Legally authorized to work in the US, without restriction
- Excellent communication and ability to multi-task
- Experience working as a team and desire to working together as a team player
- Experience and desires to align to our Values: Creating a Positive Customer Experience, Health/Safety/Environment focused, High Integrity and Teamwork
Responsibilities
- Safely manning an Engineering Watch
- Complete tasks as assigned by the Preventative Maintenance System
- Maintain Engine and Deck Equipment such as Air Compressors, Winches, Sewage Units, Ballast Pumps, Potable Water Pumps, and OWS
- Other duties assigned by the Vessel’s Chief Engineer
Benefits
- Income
- Paid travel to/from the vessel
- Healthcare benefits
- Retirement savings plans
- Work/life balance with best in class rotation (4 weeks on, 4 weeks off March through January)
- Opportunities education and upgrade bonuses to support career growth
- Highly competitive wages and benefits
- The best leave system in the industry
- Excellent Health and Retirement Benefits
- Excellent safety record
- Full comprehensive benefits package
- Upgrade bonus
- Paid training through MITAGS
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
