Dredging Hopper Assistant Engineer at Weeks Marine in Covington, Louisiana

Job Description:

Job Description   An Assistant Engineer is responsible for performing general vessel engineer duties under supervision of the Chief Engineer.   Essential Job Functions   ●     Develop understanding of Weeks Marine engineering, operations, policies and procedures ●     Stand engine room watch on assigned vessel ●     Perform routine engine maintenance and repairs ●     Maintain engine room daily logs utilizing Vessel 365 program ●     Maintain engine room parts inventory and stocks as needed ●     Transfer fuel, oil and water to and from the vessel ●     Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “incident and injury free” work environment     Requirements   ●     3-5 years total Marine experience with at least 1 year experience as a Licensed Engineer ●     High School diploma or equivalent required ●     Demonstrated mechanical aptitude          ●     Experience in the Marine Construction and Dredging preferred ●     Strong knowledge of industry related software ●     This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language ●     Ability to work rotational 12 hour watch ●     Ability to work 21 days on, 21days off, revised as necessary                 Required Certifications or Licenses   ●     Merchant Mariners Credentials (MMC) ●     Licensed Assistant Engineer ●     Standards of Training, Certifications and Watchkeeping (STCW) ●     STCW Medical Card ●     Basic Training ●     Able Seafarer – Engine ●     VPDSD ●     RFPEW ●     Advanced Firefighting ●     Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) ●     CPR/AED First Aid Certification ●     Driver’s license   Physical Requirements   ●     Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels ●     Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders that have capacity limits of 300 lbs. ●     Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted   Additional Duties This Job Description does not cover all of the required duties, activities, functions and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Weeks Marine, Inc., with or without notice.     Equal Employment Opportunity North American Aggregates is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination, hostility, harassment, and retaliation.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.