Licensed Assistant Engineer

Job description

**WHO WE ARE** Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”. **ABOUT THE ROLE** The Assistant Engineer is responsible for assisting the Chief Engineer in the maintenance, operation, and repair of all vessel systems onboard ships, including hotel equipment, and as directed by the Chief Engineer. Capable to work under pressure, independently, and without supervision. The Assistant Engineer works 12 hours per day: approximately 6 weeks on, 6 weeks off rotational schedule. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES** ### Repair and Maintenance: - 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. ### Administrative: - 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. ### Safety and Security: - 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 ### Desired Skills and Experience: - 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 is also preferred. - Computer experience: Excel spreadsheet experience and Windows applications (including Word) are preferred. - 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. ### Communication Skills: - The Assistant Engineer will have some guest contact and must be professional and have the ability to present information and respond to questions. - Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. - Must be able to provide concise and clear reports as required. ### Licenses, Certificates, Registrations: - 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) - 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. ### What We Offer - Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision - 401(k) plan with employer match - Room and board when scheduled - Travel Day Pay - Travel Expenses Paid - Travel benefits for employees and their family - Uniforms Provided - Training Opportunities