Engineer - St. Johns River Ferry - Jacksonville, FL at HMS Ferries, Inc in Jacksonville, Florida

Job Description:

City Experiences is seeking a Engineer for our St. Johns River Ferry operation in Jacksonville, FL. 

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.

About the Opportunity:

The Engineer safely maintains all vessel systems to specifications determined by manufacturers and United States Coast Guard regulations. This position performs all functions outlined in the preventative maintenance system and is responsible for the mechanical systems of the Jean Ribault. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe and clean engine rooms


• Ensure safe and clean work areas


• Establish, implement and maintain task lists and USCG inspection checklist


• Conduct safety drills, safety meetings, procedures, and provide technical assistance and instruction to crewmembers


• Participate in onboard training and routine drills.


• Demonstrate practical knowledge of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment (i.e. fire extinguishers, life preservers, work vest).


• Use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).


• Handle and dispose of all chemicals and other types of hazardous or caustic materials in compliance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) (as required).


• Inspect safety equipment to verify location, condition, and markings are in compliance with USCG requirements; assist USCG in annual inspections of safety equipment; and enforce safety and USCG navigational laws


• Report safety related concerns.


• Assist with filling water, bunkering fuel, connecting and disconnecting shore power as directed


• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and maintenance personnel


• Accomplish daily, weekly, monthly and/or hourly preventative maintenance as required


• Manage, maintain and operate non-mechanical systems of the vessel or vessels within the legal requirements of the USCG and other pertinent regulatory agencies as well as mechanical systems


• Responsible for compilation, review of maintenance logs and records.


• Prepare part specifications, locate distributors or vendors for custodial supplies, linens, paint, equipment and tools; maintain inventories needed for operation of mechanical and non-mechanical systems


• Defer to, and act in support of “the vessel” in the event of a real or simulated emergency


• Ensure that discharge sewage, trash and oily water are in accordance with all regulations


• Engage in hands-on repairs and improvement projects as workload and criticality requires


• Participate in meetings as required by the Master


• Seek the highest levels of quality and professionalism.


• Work to achieve the highest levels of performance and productivity.


• Seek continuous improvement.


• Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• HS Diploma


• Valid USCG DDE 4000 horsepower 500 gross ton credential and ability to maintain


• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card), and/or ability to obtain and maintain


• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification, and/or ability to maintain


• Valid Driver's License 


• Copy of DD214, if Veteran status


• Must be 18 years old


• Excellent customer service skills


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Strong organizational skills and high level of attention to detail


• Ability to effectively interact with the passengers, guests, and fellow employees


• Ability to work in fast-paced, quick changing environment


• Familiar with computers and MS Office Software


• Excellent career record in marine industry

About Us:

City Experiences’ passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

 

The RESPECT Service System embodies City Experiences’ mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

City Experiences is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additional, City Experiences participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

We encourage qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply.

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Salary:

$38.00

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