2nd/3rd ASSISTANT ENGINEER PLD CLASS I.

Duties

• Maintain continuous operating efficiency to prevent damage to machinery.
• Check and control operation of heating, refrigerating, plumbing, and water supply for the dredge.
• Observe gages such as pressure gages, vacuum gages, fuel oil gages, tachometers, pyrometers, etc., to determine the proper functioning of machinery.
• Repair engine room machinery as outlined by Chief Engineer and/or technical specifications.
• Repair fuel lines, grinding valves, cylinders, pistons, and shears in auxiliary pumps and machinery.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is covered by DOT rules and USACE ER 690-1-1218; may be subject to random alcohol and drug testing on an unannounced basis.
• Completion of a pre-employment and annual physical examination is required to ensure required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties.
• Must hold U.S. Coast Guard License of Assistant Engineer Near Coastal 6000 Horsepower or greater.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tankerman-PIC Barge class D or above within 12 months of entrance on duty.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g.,