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Lindblad Expeditions · 1 month ago

Temporary Licensed Assistant Engineer

Seattle, WA

Contract

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$550/d - $575/d

Lindblad Expeditions is a pioneer in Expedition Travel, committed to providing guests with unique experiences in remote locations. The Assistant Engineer plays a crucial role in maintaining and repairing vessel systems onboard, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with safety regulations.

EducationEnvironmental ConsultingTravel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Uses NSE to update vessel maintenance records for engineering work items

Assists the Chief Engineer with inventories

Operates onboard computer using standard and customized software applications

Maintains compliance of Technical systems onboard with the CDC Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) and Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) regulations

Familiar with international, federal, state, and local regulations regarding environmental regulations and works with the bridge team to maintain compliance

Liaise with the Expeditions team for any National Parks or local native (i.e. First Nations) environmental regulations

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

Familiar with the ISM Code and requirements

Familiar with all duties under the company Safety Management System

Qualification

Diesel propulsion systemsElectrical generation systemsHVAC systemsUSCG DDE 4000 LicenseEPA Section 608 CertificationSTCW OICEW >1000 HPTechnical compliance knowledgeCrisis managementProfessional demeanorCommunication skillsSelf-starter

Required

USCG DDE 4000 License required

STCW OICEW >1000 HP required

EPA Section 608 Technician Type 1 Certification required

Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required

Valid TWIC card required

Valid US Passport required

Valid USCG Medical Card per STCW standard (2 years) required

STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) required

STCW Crowd Management (CM) required

STCW Advanced Fire Fighting Certification required

STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other than Fast Rescue Boats (PSC or PSC-Limited) required

STCW Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD) required

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

Computer experience: Excel spreadsheet experience and Windows applications (including Word)

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

Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

Must be able to provide concise and clear reports as required

Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos

Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor