Licensed Assistant Engineer - National Geographic Quest
Who We Are Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.
About The Role
The Assistant Engineer is responsible for assisting the Chief Engineer in the maintenance, operation, and repair of all vessel systems onboard ships, including hotel equipment, and as directed by the Chief Engineer. Capable to work under pressure, independently, and without supervision.
Responsibilities
- Operates and maintains the ship’s propulsion system
- Operates and maintains the electrical generation and distribution system, including emergency power
- Operates and maintains potable water and auto chlorination system
- Operates and maintains black water/gray water/waste tanks, treatment, and testing programs
- Operates and maintains HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Performs routine maintenance checks and keeps records of jobs performed
- Keeps the Chief Engineer informed of all maintenance and repairs that