Assistant Engineer

About the role

Since 1883, The Bridgeport Port Jefferson Ferry has proudly served the Bridgeport and Port Jefferson communities as the trusted maritime transportation provider. Our mission is to offer a safe, reliable, and enjoyable ferry experience for passengers transiting the Long Island Sound barrier.

Responsibilities

• Reports to: The Assistant Engineer is responsible to the Chief Engineer on duty for routine matters and ultimately accountable to the Captain of the vessel
• Supervises: Oilers/Wipers in the Engine Department
• Maintain the cleanliness and sanitary condition of the engine room.
• Lubricate, clean, and paint machinery spaces such as steering space, boiler room, generator room, bow thruster engine room, and engine.
• Support the engineer on duty with daily maintenance of main and auxiliary machinery.
• Assist in overhauling engines and their components.
• Assist with safety and security duties as assigned.
• Instruct the oilers/wipers on the proper use of Sinex.
• Coordinates proper inventory of vessels' engineering supplies.
• Other duties as may be assigned by the Captain or Engineer.

Requirements

• Current U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential Third Assistant Engineer License
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Pass pre-employment drug test and physical

Physical Requirements

• Adequate vision (i.e., absent any color blindness or impairment that cannot be corrected with prescription lenses)
• Adequate hearing
• Capable of walking and standing on wet surfaces for extended periods of time
• Able to handle heavy lines and operate heavy machinery
• Ability to climb a 12-foot ladder without assistance
• Ability to hoist oneself up and over a 12‑inch wide, 6‑foot‑high barrier
• Sufficient strength to:
  • Lift 100 lbs. from deck to waist level
  • Lift 50 lbs. from deck to shoulder level
  • Lift 35 lbs. from deck to overhead
  • Pull (drag) 120 lbs. at least 20 feet

Pay

Salary: $596.89

FLSA Status: Exempt