Mechanic/Engineer - Statue City Cruises (Jersey City, NJ)

Hornblower•Jersey City, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanic Engineer is responsible for the maintenance and appearance of the Statue Cruises vessels. This role involves successfully and safely performing installation, maintenance, and repair tasks for all vessel systems, ensuring vessels exceed USCG and other safety standards and are always in inspection-ready condition.

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience of vessel engineering and maintenance.
Must have a basic set of hand tools.
Must know how to safely and properly use hand and power tools needed for the job.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and handle emergency response.

Responsibilities

Perform installation, maintenance, and repair tasks for all vessel systems, including main engines, generators, steering, hydraulic, electrical, lighting, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, and sewage systems.
Conduct maintenance tasks such as engine overhauls, AC/DC electrical troubleshooting, machinery rebuilds, preventative maintenance, and hydraulic steering work.
Utilize power tools to accomplish designated tasks.
Check, test, and maintain automatic controls and alarm systems.
Assist with fueling, filling water, pumping sewage, and connecting/disconnecting shore power.
Accept tasks and work orders from the duty Port Engineer and plan/implement execution.
Ensure that all vessels exceed the minimum standards for the USCG and all Federal, State, and local safety standards.
Ensure vessel systems are always in an inspection-ready condition.
Conduct environmental, operational, and performance tests on marine machinery and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.