Oiler

$47,774 - $50,966/Yr

National Severe Storms Laboratory - Norman, OK

Part-time,Full-time

Norman, OK

About the position

The Oiler position involves performing engine room watches at sea or in port, assisting higher-rated engineers, and maintaining machinery on board vessels. This role is essential for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the ship's engineering systems and requires a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential.

Responsibilities

• Perform engine room watches at sea or in port.
• Monitor and record gauge readings.
• Assist higher-rated engineers in starting and operating machinery.
• Clean around machinery and perform routine servicing, including lubricating and cleaning.
• Assist in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of machinery.
• Load engineering department supplies and clean spaces.
• Assist in ship fueling operations.
• Perform other mission-related duties as assigned, including safety-related tasks.

Requirements

• Must possess a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Medical Certificate.
• Current STCW certificate III/4, Rating Forming Part of Engineering Watch (RFPEW) Oiler.
• Oiler or Qualified Member of the Engineering Department (QMED) - Any Rating endorsement on the U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of standing engineering watches.
• Ability to maintain and operate the ship's auxiliary machinery equipment.
• Knowledge of fueling boats/launches and assisting in ship fueling operations.
• Skill in computer, oral, and written communication.

Benefits

• Recruitment Bonus up to $10,000 for eligible applicants with a two-year service commitment.