Assistant Port Engineer

Centerline Logistics Corporation•Seattle, WA

10d

About The Position

The Assistant Port Engineer coordinates with Port Engineers to schedule and perform repair and maintenance on tugs and barges. The role supports purchasing of parts, repair services, and supplies; inspects vessels for maintenance standards and regulatory compliance; helps keep vessels compliant with regulatory agencies; and maintains accurate maintenance records using company software. The position also manages the oil analysis program, performs emergency vessel repairs as required, and assists with special projects to improve workflow and engineering processes. The work involves boarding and working aboard boats, barges, and ships at docks or anchor, in all weather conditions and at all hours. Normal office hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, but flexibility is required. The employee must also take communications 24 hours a day, including weekends, concerning vessel maintenance, repairs, and operations. Centerline Logistics provides marine transportation services in the United States, including petroleum transportation and storage, tanker escort, ship assist, general cargo transportation, and rescue towing. The company offers medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D coverage, 401(k) options, disability insurance, sick pay, vacation pay, paid holidays, and healthcare and/or dependent care FSAs to eligible employees after applicable company requirements are met. Benefits may be subject to change. The company is an equal employment opportunity and drug-free workplace; pre-employment drug testing is required.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of sailing experience on tugs, tankers, oil barges, or equivalent.
Ability to make decisions and give directions to facilitate prompt service delivery.
Ability to repair marine equipment on site under adverse conditions.
Ability to work with others using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive communications.
Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions in English.
Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance.
Must be physically fit enough to board barges and tugs at sea and in port.
Thorough familiarity with tank barge operations, ship operations, and terminal/refinery operations.
Proficiency using Microsoft Suite and basic office equipment.
Valid state driver's license.
Valid TWIC or ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of sailing experience preferred.
Two years of increasingly responsible experience in the maritime industry preferred.
Maritime Academy graduate preferred.
US Coast Guard Engineering license strongly preferred.
Knowledge of oil transportation and the marine industry preferred.
Knowledge of tug and barge maintenance systems and equipment preferred.
First Aid/CPR training preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule tug and barge maintenance in coordination with the Port Engineer.
Coordinate with the Port Engineer to establish work priorities and personnel, equipment, and resource availability.
Keep records of maintenance performed and ensure vessels properly record maintenance.
Coordinate with the Port Engineer on parts procurement and services for repair and maintenance projects.
Inspect vessels for repair and maintenance standards and regulatory compliance.
Assist the Port Engineer in compiling and prioritizing vessel worklists for routine and major maintenance, including dry-dock periods.
Communicate work being performed on vessels to the Port Engineer and promptly report issues that may affect vessel operations.
Work with Port Engineers on special projects to improve workflow and engineering processes.
Manage the oil analysis program.
Perform emergency repairs on vessels as required.
Perform related duties as assigned by the Port Engineer.