Marine Technician Level II

Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST); Gananoque; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A premier marine service company is looking for a Marine Technician, Level II, to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of engines and compartments on vessels. Duties include guest assistance during loading, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Applicants require O.S.S.D. or equivalent and must possess a service-oriented attitude. This seasonal role offers benefits such as competitive wages and crew events, ideal for energetic candidates ready to work in varied weather conditions.

Benefits

Competitive Wage

Retention Bonus - up to $500.00

Complimentary Cruise Tickets & Uniforms

Paid Training

Qualifications

• Relevant Marine Emergency Duties training certificate (training provided).
• Must hold a qualified passport to enter the U.S.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain engines, generators, and all compartments including washrooms.
• Ensure safety and hospitality for guests.
• Inspect and manage machinery and plumbing as needed.

Skills

Service orientation

Ability to convey information

Enthusiastic personality

Education

O.S.S.D. or equivalent

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Hornblower Group is a global leader in experiences and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group's portfolio of international offerings includes water-based experiences (dining and sightseeing cruises), land-based experiences (walking and food tours) and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group's premier experience division, offers land- and water-based experiences as well as ferry and transportation services. Hornblower Group's subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a marine services company specializing in the operation, maintenance and repair of government and privately owned vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group's global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group's additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com.

Position Summary

Marine Technician, Level II will maintain a safe, diligent operation and maintenance of the Engines, Generators, Engine room and all compartments including washrooms. Marine Technicians, Level II will provide maintenance regarding overall Ship maintenance. Marine Technicians, Level II will also assist and oversee passenger loading and unloading.

Please note this is a seasonal/contract position.

Crew Benefits

• Competitive Wage
• Retention Bonus - up to $500.00!
• Complimentary Cruise Tickets & Uniforms
• Crew Recognition Awards
• Crew Referral Program - up to $200.00 per referral
• Crew Events
• Paid Training

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide amazing hospitality to guests and coworkers as prescribed in our RESPECT Service
• Follow safety procedures in order to ensure the protection of passengers and the vessel
• Handle lines to moor vessels to pier when necessary
• Maintain the Engines, Generators, Engine room and all compartments including washrooms
• Frequent inspection of machinery and bathrooms to ensure proper operating conditions
• Manage the replacement of any machinery and plumbing when required
• Responsible for adding fresh water to vessel and pumping out any waste during vessel service
• Regularly monitor battery levels, fluid, and clean strainers
• Maintain clean and safe engine room (clean up and fix any spills, drips, and/or leaks), escalating any issues to the Master
• Record all observations in Logbook as well as note and relay to the Master any changes in readings, levels, or condition
• Ensures the safe and reliable operation of all vessels, systems, machinery, and equipment under his/her care with due regard for the Safety Management System (SMS), and proper standards of watchkeeping, and in accordance with practice of good seamanship
• Routinely inspects all areas of the vessels, stages, dock, and marine railway for unsafe conditions, and assists in accident investigations and reports
• Participates in emergency drills in accordance with Transport Canada regulations, the Safety Management System.
• Participate in navigational training and steerage to develop for new opportunities
• Sweep, mop, and wash down decks and exterior to remove dirt, and debris, using brooms, mops, brushes, and hoses
• Load or unload materials from vessels; gather and remove trash from vessel
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms
• Be prepared to begin work at scheduled time
• Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards
• Additional job duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications

• O.S.S.D. or equivalent as recognized by the Ministry of Education
• Relevant Marine Emergency Duties training certificate (training provided)
• Must hold a qualified passport to be able to enter the United States
• Must be able to effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to guests and coworkers
• Must possess a service orientation - actively looking for ways to help others
• Energetic and enthusiastic personality essential
• If required, wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e. non-slip shoes, gloves, weather appropriate dress attire, sun protection)
• Walk, stand, sit and work in all types of weather conditions for extended periods
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, wipe, push, pull, move or lift up to 50 pounds (23 kilograms)
• Will be required to be available for work on all major holidays

City Cruises Canada does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process.

Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of harassment and/or discrimination of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and/or harassment based upon race, citizenship, place of origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic characteristics, receipt of public assistance and record of offences. City Experiences employment and workplace decisions will be based on company needs, job requirements and individual job qualifications and skills. City Experiences will comply with provincial and federal legislation relating to equal employment opportunities and employment equity.