NEOGOV · 5 hours ago
Third Assistant Engineer
Juneau or Ketchikan, AK
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$45/hr - $45/hrThe State of Alaska's Department of Transportation and Public Facilities is seeking a Third Assistant Engineer for the Alaska Marine Highway System. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing engineering operations, conducting maintenance on machinery, and ensuring the safety and efficiency of engineering systems on board vessels.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the safe and efficient operation of engineering machinery, equipment, and spaces, logging all relevant data
Conducting routine maintenance and repairs on engine room machinery and auxiliary equipment
Supervising repairs performed by ship crew, technicians contracted in shipyards or other shore-side facilities
Monitoring and ensuring the functionality of the engineering systems
Actively participate as a leader in lifeboat and emergency response teams
Ensure a professional watch, well-informed and execute their duties effectively
Manage the technical aspects of the role
Undertake any other assigned duties to contribute to the overall success of the team
Qualification
Required
Valid U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) issued Merchant Mariner's Credential (MMC) endorsed with the following: STCW Endorsements: Basic (Safety) Training (VI/1), Proficiency in the Use of Survival Craft (VI/2), Officer in Charge of a Watch (III/1) (Waiver-able based on need), Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VI/6)
National Endorsements: Third Assistant Engineer Motor Propelled Vessels (any HP), Lifeboat Operator
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) (color copy)
Current DOT Drug (within the last 6 months)
Current USCG Medical Certificate (STCW 2yr date)
Valid Driver's License
Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits
Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Long-term and short-term disability
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
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