1st Assistant Engineer UH Marine Center

Training Resources Limited; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employment benefits through RCUH

Opportunity to sail with a good crew

Job summary

Training Resources Limited is seeking a 1st Assistant Engineer for a relief position on the R/V Kilo Moana, conducting oceanographic research operations in Honolulu Harbor. Candidates must hold a valid Motor Propelled Vessels License and related certifications.

This position offers the chance to work with a great crew and experience amazing sailing. Employment benefits are provided through RCUH.

Qualifications

• Must possess a 1st Assistant Engineer – Motor Propelled Vessels License – Unlimited.
• Officer In Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW) and valid USCG STCW Medical Certificate are required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test or hold current drug testing verification letter.

Responsibilities

• Conduct oceanographic research operations aboard R/V Kilo Moana.
• Ensure safety and efficiency of vessel operations.

Skills

Motor Propelled Vessels License – Unlimited

Officer In Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW)

Valid USCG STCW Medical Certificate

Current MMC

Valid TWIC

US Passport

Job description

RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the University of Hawai‘i Marine Center (UHMC), located at Pier 35 in Honolulu Harbor, Oahu, Hawai‘i. Note: No requirement to live in Hawaii, travel is arranged to and from vessel by UHMC.

Relief position available aboard R/V Kilo Moana (KM), a 186′ SWATH (Small Waterplane Area Twin Hull) vessel conducting oceanographic research operations for the University of Hawaii. This relief position has the possibility of leading to a permanent position. https://www.soest.hawaii.edu/UHMC/KiloMoana.php

Enjoy sailing with a good crew, and amazing food! Benefits are available through employment with RCUH.

1st Assistant Engineer: Must possess a 1st Assistant Engineer – Motor Propelled Vessels License – Unlimited, Officer In Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW), and a valid USCG STCW Medical Certificate. Must possess a current MMC and required STCW documentation of training and validity for licenses. Valid TWIC and US Passport required. Ability to pass pre-employment drug test or hold current drug testing verification letter. Must be US citizen.