Third Assistant Engineer

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the Third Assistant Engineer is responsible for the repair of electrical equipment, the proper operation of the main propulsion and ship's service generators, and during watch, of the main engines. This role also supervises unlicensed watch standers.

Responsibilities

• Checks cleaning, lubrication, and routine maintenance of all machinery and electrical equipment.
• For the R/V Atlantis, maintains the Launch and Recovery System (LARS) for the Alvin.
• Cleans engine room bilges, strainers in lubricating system, and all water pumps, tanks, and connected systems.
• Ensures safety devices are in proper working condition.
• Assists, while in port, with supervision, maintenance, and repair of engine room equipment and spaces, and in loading freshwater and bunkers.
• Keeps a log of all watch operations and conditions, including unusual occurrences and emergency signals.
• Stands engine room watch, supervises Oiler, and ensures watches are stood properly and orders carried out.
• Performs other duties as required.

Proficiency required in the following areas: Diesel engines, electrical maintenance and troubleshooting, hydraulics, reading of both hydraulic and electrical schematics, HVAC equipment, and air compressors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited sea service academy and one year sea duty as an engineering officer; in the absence of a formal degree, equivalent work experience.
• Computer literacy in the use of word-processing, inventory and database management, and electronic mail programs.
• Third Assistant Engineer experience on a similar research vessel preferred.
• U.S. Coast Guard license, preferably Third Assistant Engineer Unlimited Horsepower, Motor Vessels. Minimum licensing for R/V Neil Armstrong and the R/V Atlantis requires Third Assistant Engineer unlimited HP, Motor Vessels.
• All applicable training as required by the Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW 95) and a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Credentials.
• Good communication and personnel management skills.
• In-depth understanding of the proper operation and maintenance of ship's engines and related equipment.
• Demonstrated good safety practices and procedures.
• Unexpired (STCW Expiration date) USCG medical certificate.
• Ability to pass a DOT Pre-employment drug screen.

Physical Capabilities and Working Conditions

• Work at least 8 hours per day and, at times in excess of 12 hours per day, 7 days per week.
• Work at sea for three to five months continuously.
• Live and work in cramped quarters, frequently in bad weather and with violent ship motion.
• Pass examinations for visual acuity, color sense, and hearing as established in Title 46 CFR Parts 10 and 12, and pass a physical evaluation.
• Climb steep and vertical ladders, and enter and exit compartments through hatches, doors, and sills up to two feet high.
• Participate in emergency drills and in launching lifeboats and life rafts.
• Perform physical labor, climb, and handle moderate weights and equipment over 50 pounds.

Essential Functions

• Balance: Work in confined and unstable areas.
• Bend, kneel, squat: Clean, maintain, and inspect equipment.
• Climb: Reach work areas, equipment, and stores by ladder and stairs.
• Crawl: Crawl through bilge pockets, and under ladders and winch beds.
• Feel: Touch objects where sight is limited.
• Finger: Manipulate nuts, bolts, tools, and cleaning gear.
• Handle: Handle equipment and stores with sure grip.
• Hear, talk: Communicate with people.
• Lift, carry: Load stores over 50 pounds.
• Push, pull: Move equipment over 50 pounds.
• Reach: Up, over, and under equipment and stores.
• See: Read labels, menus, logs, charts, and gauges in poor lighting.
• Sit: Operate crane, Avon, lifeboat, and life raft.
• Stand: Work on equipment.
• Walk: Perform rounds at sea.
• Write: Maintain logs.

Hazardous Areas/Duties

• Confined areas: Store rooms, engine spaces, and tanks.
• Potential allergens and irritants: Fuels, solvents, cleaners, dust, fumes, smoke, and gases.
• Adverse weather: On deck in rough seas during equipment maintenance.
• Extreme temperatures: On deck in tropics and high latitudes; in engine room.
• Potential hazards: Being at sea; slippery and uneven surfaces; moving parts and objects; climbing ladders; and working aloft.
• Noise: Constant and loud engine room noise, blowers, exhaust fans.
• Schedule: Protracted and irregular working hours.
• Vibrations: Ship's engines and chipping hammer.

Pay

Hourly rate is $39.38. The hourly rate provided reflects the set base pay for new hires. Annual compensation will be based on this hourly rate and the number of hours worked, in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws.

Benefits

In addition to hourly pay, eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package.