DDE 4000 Engineer

The vessel is a 500 Ton vessel, 180x42x14 ft draft that assists with lightering operations in the Gulf of Mexico.

The boats run a 28/28 work schedule with 28 days on and 28 off.

• Overseeing the operation, maintenance, and repair of the vessel's engines, boilers, pumps, and other mechanical systems.
• Managing the engineering crew, including training, supervision, and performance evaluations.
• Developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs to ensure the continued reliability and efficiency of the vessel's mechanical systems.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant national and international laws and regulations related to the operation and maintenance of the vessel's mechanical systems.
• Maintaining accurate records of the vessel's engineering activities, including logs of maintenance and repair work and fuel consumption.
• Managing the budget for the vessel's engineering department, including purchasing and inventory control.
• Overseeing the installation and commissioning of new mechanical equipment, as needed.
• Coordinating with other shipboard departments, such as the Deck Department, to ensure that the vessel is operated safely and efficiently.
• Participating in emergency response drills and exercises, and providing leadership during emergency situations.

The following benefits are offered:

-Company Paid insurance with a buy up plan available

-Company Paid travel

-Company Paid Training for Renewals and upgrades

-Company Paid fees for renewals and upgrades of MMC, TWIC and PASSPORT

-28/28 Rotation

-No layoffs during down turns

-Able to go home at night if living local and vessel is at the dock

-401k Match 6%

Certifications needed prior to acceptance:

• DDE 4000
• OICEW
• VPDSD
• Medical Care provider
• RFPEW
• PSC
• Advanced Fire Fighting
• Basic Training
• US Passport
• USCG Medical
• Must be a US citizen or authorized to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship