Tennessee Valley Towing is now hiring VESSEL ENGINEERS!!

Competitive wages based on applicants' experience, health, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits, 401(K), expanded medical services program, wellness program, travel reimbursement program, referral program, and more...

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Job Summary

The Vessel Engineer is responsible for the vessel maintenance and upkeep as they operate, repair, and maintain the various systems aboard a vessel. They are responsible for safe and efficient mechanical and associated systems aboard the vessel. The Vessel Engineer's primary responsibility is to maintain the mechanical propulsion systems of a vessel according to the directions of the vessel’s commanding officer including the engines, pumps, boilers, and generators. Additional responsibilities include maintaining electrical, refrigeration, ventilation, heating and cooling systems. Vessel Engineers record information for engineering logs, such as speed and direction change orders and gauge readings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assures safe crew, vessel, and tow operations through use of promoting, practicing, and enforcing TVT’s safety systems, including audits, drills, investigations, contacts, and safety logs.
• Assures safe vessel operations through regular monitoring and servicing of vessel systems (i.e., engines, steering, electrical, etc.)
• Assures Engine Room housekeeping through regular cleaning, painting, and maintenance of the engine room.
• Must have the ability to operate a variety of power and hand tools.
• Must have the ability to read and comprehend blueprints and piping diagrams.
• Must be able to read and understand various meters and gauges associated with large diesel engines.
• Assures and directs transfers fuels, lubricants, and bilge from fuel flats in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains logs of engine hours, fuel transfers, and other maintenance activities.
• Conducts repairs to vessel engines, generators, and other vessel systems as required.
• Ensures vessel operation through a program of regular maintenance of vessel systems.
• Responsible for completion of necessary paperwork for recording/documentation purposes.
• Supports, complies, and actively participates in TVT’s safety system and Company policies and procedures.
• Complies with and enforces United States Coast Guard (USCG) & environmental regulations, and Company policies and procedures.
• Must comply with the Company’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy and Procedures in accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) & United States Coast Guard (USCG) rules and regulations (49 CFR 40).
• Demonstrates leadership skills by facilitating an environment onboard the vessel and among crew that promotes teamwork and diversity.
• Must be able and willing to return to a vessel during their scheduled time off if an emergency arises.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Clear written and verbal communications.
• Good time management skills.
• Able to maintain confidential information.
• Must possess exceptional customer service and communications skills.
• Able to respond to, interact and collaborate with clients, vendors/suppliers and employees.
• Attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy.
• Self-starter, with ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; Maintains proper hygiene.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Two (2) to Five (5) years of work experience as a Chief Engineer.
• Knowledge of combustion engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, carpentry, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, boilers, power drive trains, weights, measurements, and USCG regulations.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $400.00 per day

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Paducah, KY 42003: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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