Oiler - Ferry Maintenance Tech I

Texas Department of Transportation • Prior Lake, MN

9h

About The Position

Assists in routine maintenance and repair of ferryboats, landings, shore facilities, marine equipment/machinery and/or grounds. Work requires frequent contact with private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have required US Coast Guard (USCG) certifications an/or documents appropriate for the position and vessel being operated.
• For Galveston Ferry Operations: Must have or obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) at the time of application.
• USCG-Mer Mar Doc-Ord Seaman/Wi (must have within 90 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

• Merchant Mariner Document Wiper
• Some knowledge of: Fundamentals of electrical/electronics and design procedures Methods and procedures used in the maintenance and repair of marine equipment, machinery, facilities and ferryboats Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Some skill in: Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Fire fighting Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Responsibilities

• Assists in the major repair or overhaul of machinery, equipment and/or systems.
• Assists with daily log of watch activities, operating machinery and equipment statistics.
• Cleans engine room, washes down ferryboats, chips rust and paints ferryboats as needed.
• Cleans shop and maintains grounds.
• Assists in performing routine ferryboat maintenance and repair work including, but not limited to, refueling, changing oil, lubricating parts and machinery, replacing batteries, changing cables and cleaning and pumping out bilges.
• Participates in periodic all hands drills and emergency exercises.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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