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BOAT ENGINEER

Open 33d posting dated 2 weeks ago

Position Summary:

Terral RiverService, Inc. is currently looking for a Boat Engineer for our line boats to operate, repair and maintain the various systems aboard a vessel. This position reports to the Captain on duty under the supervision of the Port Engineer.


Essential Job Functions:

Applicants must be able to work a 28-day-on, 14-day-off or a 28-day-on, 28-day-off schedule.

Job duties are as follows, but not limited to:

  • Operate a vessel's propulsion systems according to the Captain on duty, which includes, but is not limited to refueling, starting the engines, and regulating engine speed and power as directed.
  • Engineers perform routine propulsion maintenance; isolate malfunctions observed during operation and perform repairs.
  • Perform minor repairs on vessel systems (engines, generators, etc.)
  • Performs general maintenance and repair work which includes, but is not limited to
  • electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, ventilation, heating and cooling systems.
  • Record and maintain engineering logs, such as speed and direction change orders and gauge readings.
  • Maintain a vessel's inventory of mechanical parts and supplies.
  • Communicate concerns & job-related issues to the Port Engineer and Captain.
  • General boat cleaning and upkeep.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.