Fleet Engineer - Central Region

Responsibilities

• Takes supervision and direction from the Assistant Port Engineer and Port Engineer.
• Serves as a support and coverage for Assistant Port Engineers.
• Identifies and troubleshoots technical vessel problems and provides quick solutions to minimize downtime.
• Expedites vendors for critical repairs.
• Collaborates with Marine Operations for critical repairs and determines a timeline for resolution.
• Manages warranties and coordinates extended warranties for technical equipment.
• Maintains responsibility for record keeping, including machinery history, parts inventory, and reporting data to the Assistant Port Engineer.
• Coordinates large scale projects such as ship refits and dry dockings.
• Visits each ship at least three times a month, one of which includes a full ship condition inspection.
• Provides technical information and guidance to shipboard Engineers and crew.
• Interfaces with Marine Operations and Hotel Operations.
• Ensures vessel compliance with all USCG, USPH, FDA, EPA, and other federal regulations.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Attributes for Success

• Ability to identify, manage, and solve problems.
• Ability to act with urgency to complete time-sensitive tasks.
• Ability to diagnose machinery malfunctions and recommend a course of corrective action.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and machinery systems' technical manuals.
• Ability to work on various computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and HelmConnect.
• Ability to read and understand repair manuals.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Knowledgeable of diesel and gas engines.
• Ability to learn and take direction from port engineers.

Licenses and Registrations

• Valid driver's license.
• Possession of a Valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card).

Required Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent related experience.

Additional Requirements

• Subject to a background investigation.
• Subject to a pre-employment physical.
• Ability to frequently traverse stairs, fixed ladders, and ladder-wells while walking ships on a daily basis.
• Capable of spending several consecutive days at sea while underway as needed.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time, stand, walk, crouch, and kneel.
• Reaching, handling, using equipment, keyboards, and mobile devices.
• Must be located in the Central U.S. region.
• Lifting boxes (files and supplies) up to 20 lb.