Deck Engine Utility (Wiper)
About The Position
The Deck Engine Utility (Wiper) is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of machinery spaces, equipment, and living quarters. This role involves performing various maintenance tasks, adhering to safety regulations and company policies, and reporting any unsafe conditions. The position requires a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Medical Certificate, and a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). The work schedule is typically 7 days on and 7 days off, with potential for out-of-region travel. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Requirements
- U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
- U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Medical Certificate
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) issued by the Transportation Security Administration
Responsibilities
- Adhering to the provisions of the Certificate of Inspection (COI), Per 46 C.F.R 140.210 (1)
- Cleaning and scouring machinery spaces and equipment
- Cleaning living quarters, including personal quarters, wheelhouse, galley, heads and passageways
- Complying with the Towing Safety Management System (TSMS) and all applicable regulations
- Conducting machinery maintenance
- Performing duties as directed by the Chief Engineer, or OICNW if serving at DEU for deck duties
- Maintaining engine room cleanliness by practicing good housekeeping and keeping the engine room neat, clean, and free from slipping or tripping hazards
- Making up the lines for vessel handling
- Minimizing distractions from safely performing duties per 46 C.F.R. 140.210 (5), ensuring the Officer in Charge of a Navigation Watch (OICNW) is aware of all known aspects of the vessel's condition
- Reporting unsafe conditions to the Master or OICNW and taking early and positive action to prevent accidents
- Being responsible and accountable to the chief engineer when not under the operational direction of the Master or OICNW
- Being responsible for the overall safety of the crew and for preventing environmental pollution incidents
- Standing lookout per 46 C.F.R 140.630
- Stopping work whenever he/she feels that the evolution is dangerous and that hazards cannot be mitigated, and implementing stop work responsibility as outlined in TSMS Section 6.8 Stop Work Responsibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
