Vessel Maintenance Lead
About The Position
Alaska Marine Lines is hiring a lead-level employee to perform regular inspections and maintenance on company barges, terminals, and facilities. The role leads and directs vessel repair crews and contractors, primarily at the company’s Seattle facilities, and is safety sensitive. The position may also assist facility crews and fill in for the Rail Logistics Coordinator when the rail barge is in port. The role requires daily physical presence and may involve travel to Alaska for up to four weeks per year. The employee must be able to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, nights, and weekends as required, and adapt to changing duties and time-sensitive work. Employment offers are contingent on a satisfactory physical, background check, and pre-employment drug screen; random drug testing is required for AML employees.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- At least two years of experience in vessel and facility maintenance, shipyard repair, or project management preferred.
- Basic understanding of tools, procedures, and techniques used in the marine trade to maintain and repair vessels.
- Ability to meet a flexible work schedule and willingness to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required.
- Ability to travel to Alaska for work up to four weeks per year.
- Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work to meet schedules and deadlines.
- Regular attendance, timeliness, and daily physical presence are essential.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
- Ability to learn and retain vessel terminology and basic vessel design.
- Self-motivation and clear communication with coworkers.
- Ability to shift focus and duties in a fast-moving, time-restricted environment.
- Working knowledge of power tools, hand tools, steel repair techniques, corrosion control, and basic machinery such as generators, fans, compressors, and pumps.
- Ability to operate and maintain forklifts, mini loaders, industrial dehumidifiers, generator sets, and compressors.
- PC skills including Windows, Excel, Outlook, and keyboarding proficiency.
- Satisfactory pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen; random drug testing is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least two years of experience in vessel and facility maintenance, shipyard repair, or project management.
Responsibilities
- Lead and direct vessel repair crews and contractors for company vessels, primarily at Seattle facilities.
- Assist the Rail Logistics Coordinator and provide coverage as needed when the rail barge is in port.
- Identify and document vessel structural damage and consult port engineers about repairs.
- Inspect and maintain vessels, including performing deck repairs, cleaning, dewatering, opening and closing tanks, checking fuel levels, and inspecting machinery.
- Coordinate daily with Port Engineers regarding vessel maintenance, repairs, and Coast Guard and ABS inspections.
- Organize contractors and conduct barge deck repairs in coordination with operational schedules.
- Clear and inspect tanks for entry and complete safety documentation.
- Clean, dry, de-scale, and de-humidify vessel tanks.
- Record and communicate inspection concerns and arrange necessary maintenance and repairs.
- Inspect and fuel equipment as needed.
- Assist facility crews with repairs to buildings, terminals, winches, A-frames, ramps, and other terminal equipment when requested.
- Arrange and direct contract labor as needed, communicate clearly, and prioritize safety.
- Maintain safety awareness and use personal protective gear at all times.
- Keep the work environment and tools clean, tidy, and organized to support workers and comply with regulations.
Benefits
- 17 days of paid time off per year initially, plus additional paid extended leave.
- Eight paid holidays per year in addition to PTO.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contributions ($50 per month).
- Company contributions toward medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees’ families.
- 401(k) with company match and an additional annual retirement contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee assistance program.
- Life insurance and AD&D coverage at no cost to the employee.
- Long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
- Opportunities for internal promotion and career advancement.
- Family-friendly work hours; the company is closed on weekends and paid holidays.
- Competitive wages with annual performance and wage reviews.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
