Marine Diesel Technician - NYC Ferry

Hornblower•Brooklyn, NY

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Diesel Technician is responsible for the preventative and corrective maintenance of the diesel main engines and generators onboard fleet vessels. Three shifts are available at the Brooklyn Navy Yard: Night shift, 5:00 PM - 1:30 AM Morning shift, 4:00 AM - 12:30 PM Swing shift, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Requirements

HS Diploma
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card), and/or ability to obtain and maintain.
Valid First Aid/CPR Certification, and/or ability to obtain and maintain.
Valid Driver’s License.
Copy of DD214, if Veteran status.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to effectively interact with the passengers, guests, and fellow employees.
Ability to work in fast-paced, quickly changing environment.
Mechanical and electrical experience are required.
Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident/incident testing.

Nice To Haves

Marine mechanical experience is highly desired.
Proven track record running a maintenance shift is highly desired.
Proven track record of working successfully in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Accept tasks from the Engineering Supervisor and plans/implements execution.
Successfully and safely perform all diesel engine maintenance onboard vessels up to, and including, engine overhauls, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance work.
Ensure all aspects of safety during task execution.
Issue company power tools to technicians to accomplish designated tasks.
Ensure tools are returned before the end of the shift.
Ensure company warranty procedures are followed.
Ensure all shift paperwork is correctly completed and submitted.
Important vessel information is communicated to other supervisors and the chain of command.
Seek the highest levels of quality and professionalism.
Use of approved Hazmat required for Paints, Solvents & Cleaning Agents.
Perform cleaning and custodial tasks of the vessels and property, including maintenance and construction tasks as assigned and minor engineering repairs and rounds as directed.
Work to achieve the highest levels of performance and productivity.
Assist the Port Engineer in ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
Assist the Port Engineer in ensuring the vessel is always in an inspection-ready condition.
Assist with filling water, bunkering fuel, connecting and disconnecting shore power as directed.
Additional job duties as assigned.