Marine Engineer (Diesel)

City of New York • New York City, NY

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About The Position

The Marine Engineer (Diesel) assists with operating and maintaining engineering systems aboard Department of Environmental Protection marine vessels. The role includes standing watch, performing required maintenance and repairs, conducting fueling and bilge-water transfers, and carrying out other duties assigned by the Chief Engineer to support safe and efficient vessel operations.

Candidates selected through this posting will be hired provisionally. To be considered for permanent employment, provisional employees must take and pass the next civil service examination for Marine Engineer (Diesel) and obtain a list number issued by the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services. Employees who do not take and pass the examination may be unable to continue in the provisional position.

The position involves physical work aboard ship, including navigating steep gangways, ladders, and stairs while wearing flotation coats; communicating in noisy environments; standing watch, which requires good vision and hearing; responding with speed and agility during shipboard emergencies; and lifting equipment weighing up to 100 pounds. These examples are not an exhaustive list of duties or physical activities.

Requirements

• Hold a valid United States Coast Guard Marine Inspection Service license as a Third Assistant Engineer, Motor Vessels, of at least 6,000 H.P., or an appropriate higher-level license such as Second Assistant Engineer or Chief Engineer.
• Maintain the required license for the duration of employment.
• To be considered for permanent employment after provisional hiring, take and pass the next civil service examination for Marine Engineer (Diesel) and obtain a list number issued by the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services.
• Good vision and hearing are required for standing watch.
• Ability to perform the physical activities described, including lifting equipment up to 100 pounds and responding with speed and agility during shipboard emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating and maintaining engineering systems aboard Department marine vessels.
• Stand watch aboard ship.
• Perform required maintenance and repairs.
• Conduct fueling and bilge-water transfers.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Chief Engineer to support safe and efficient vessel operation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed