SUMMARY: The SECOND assistant engineer is responsible for upkeep and maintenance of the vessel's
engineering plant as directed by the Chief engineer.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Participate in the safe operation of vessel as required within USCG regulations
Conduct drills with Marine and non-Marine crew as directed by the Master or with engineering crew
Report any problems to the Chief engineer immediately
Maintain a safe and clean engine room
Assist shore technicians as needed
Maintain daily logs
Properly stock and inventory the vessel's spare parts
Operate the vessel appropriate to the parameters of ISO-HSC
Properly process and pump sewage and oily water tanks when needed
Ensure that own performance and that of junior engineers meets legal and professional
requirements
Train new engineers as required
Make emergency repairs when needed
Perform daily/weekly/monthly preventative maintenance as per maintenance schedule
Perform all other duties and responsibilities normally expected of a vessel's SECOND assistant
engineer
REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:
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High school diploma or equivalent required
Must be a minimum f 18 years of age
Must be a United States Citizen (it is not customary of the company to sponsor visas)
SECOND assistant engineer Unlimited Horsepower USCG License
5 years' experience in marine engineering demonstrating the ability to handle increasing levels of
responsibility
STWC 95 Certificate
High Speed passenger vessel experience preferred
Water jet experience preferred
Valid US Passport
Must be able to acquire and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Successful completion of in-house IMO-HSC type rating program
Pass pre-employment background check. Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated
by the USCG, including, but not limited to, pre-employment, random, and post-accident testing
Must pass a USCG-required physical exam upon hire along with annually
Maintain compliance with USCG licensing requirements including physical standards
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office software
Specific training and experience in management of major onboard systems by type and brand
Ability to use independent judgment and discretion to develop and execute innovative solutions to
engineering problems
Excellent career record in the marine industry
Possess and demonstrate superior mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, electronic, and other skills
exercised in engineering management of a high capacity motor vessel
Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Logically and independently plan, organize, and complete work assignments
Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills
Set and achieve high standards of performance
Demonstrate initiative and be able to make progress in multiple assignments under time constraints
Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
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Understudy the First assistant engineer, and be able to act in his/her absence
Present a neat and well-groomed personal appearance commensurate with professional maritime
standards
Wear company uniform and required safety equipment
Rotations are typically 61 days on, plus 2 days travel, and 59 days off
WORKING CONDITIONS
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Outside conditions, extreme heat and cold.
Marine operation subject to varied wake and motion.
Observe for safety. Vision correctible to 20/40. Full color vision; no night blindness.
Full range of all limbs.
Ability to carry materials weighing upwards of 75 lbs. to include hoses, garbage, paint, and other.
Ability to work on scaffold and ladders.
Ability to determine safe or unsafe conditions.
Process calculations occasionally.
TO APPLY:
Please email resume to agorter@hmsgm.com
Aleta B. Gorter, M.S.
Corporate Recruiter
HMS Global Maritime
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