Assistant Engineer - National Geographic Sea Bird

Repair and Maintenance:

• 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 have been done.
• Helps with engineering, deck, and hotel preventative maintenance programs on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Completes maintenance and repair tasks as requested in the Cabin Maintenance Notebook.
• Performs hotel maintenance tasks as needed.
• Participates in shipyard availabilities.
• Assists Chief Engineer in all bunkering operations.
• Support engineering projects by applying engineering techniques; conducting inspections and preparing reports as needed.
• Maintain essential communication with the engineering team and the Captain of the vessel.

Administrative:

• Uses NS5 to update vessel maintenance records for engineering work items.
• Assists the Chief Engineer with inventories.
• Operates onboard computers using standard and customized software applications.

Safety and Security:

• Follows company safety and pollution prevention policies and procedures and requests guidance when necessary.
• Assists in the preparation of the vessel for all U.S. Coast Guard dry docks and other inspections.
• Participates in shoreside training as required by the company.
• Maintains familiarity with the ISM Code and requirements.
• Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System, including Emergency Response activities.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Working knowledge of diesel propulsion and electricity generation systems. 
• Knowledge of support systems such as fuel centrifuges, air compressors, pumps, hydraulics, water makers, hotel systems, plumbing, refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning is also preferred.
• Computer experience:  Excel spreadsheet experience and Windows applications (including Word) are preferred.
• Professional demeanor; ability to use appropriate levels of tact and courtesy.
• Must be a self-starter, able to handle multiple tasks and work with little supervision and work in small spaces.
• Crisis management: Work well under pressure, act quickly, and decisively using sound judgment.

Communication Skills:

• The Assistant Engineer will have some guest contact and must be professional and have the ability to present information and respond to questions.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Must be able to provide concise and clear reports as required.

Licenses, Certificates, Registrations:

• USCG DDE 4000 License preferred
• EPA Section 608 Technician Type 1 Certification required
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required
• Valid TWIC card required
• Valid US Passport required
• STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) required. 
• STCW Advanced Fire Fighting Certification preferred. 

What We Offer

• Target base salary for this role based on experience and vessel: $300 - $370 daily rate + bonus
• Vacation Pay (10% of the daily rate for each day worked)
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision 
• 401(k) plan with employer match 
• Room and board when scheduled
• Travel Day Pay
• Travel Expenses Paid
• Travel benefits for employees and their family 
• Uniforms Provided
• Training Opportunities
• Short Pay
• Emergency Coverage Pay