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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and HelmConnect.
• Knowledgeable of diesel and gas engines.
• Technically inclined.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Subject to a background investigation.
• Subject to a pre-employment physical.
• Capable of sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling.
• Ability to lift boxes (files and supplies) up to 20 lbs.

Attributes for Success

• Ability to identify, manage, and solve problems.
• Ability to act with urgency to completed 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.
• Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and HelmConnect.
• Knowledgeable of diesel and gas engines.
• Technically inclined.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Subject to a background investigation.
• Subject to a pre-employment physical.
• Capable of sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling.
• Ability to lift boxes (files and supplies) up to 20 lbs.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Paid time off for professional development.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee discounts on cruise trips.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Frequent travel to fleet concentration areas, including frequent underway time for short durations.