2nd Engineer — At-Sea on a 305' Mothership Vessel

Golden Alaska Seafoods, LLC.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Golden Alaska Seafoods is seeking an Oiler for the MV Golden Alaska, a 305’ mothership seafood processor operating in the Bering Sea and off the US West Coast. The role supports engineers and requires endurance for long shifts in a demanding, noisy, and cramped working environment aboard the processing vessel.

Qualifications include basic machine knowledge and 4+ years in engine/machinery troubleshooting. Schedule: 12 hours a day, 7 days a week, for 3–5 months.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of machine design, use, maintenance, and repair.
• 4+ years of experience identifying and troubleshooting problems with fishing vessel engines/machinery preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Engine Room crewmembers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain or repair engines, electric motors, pumps, winches, or other mechanical or electrical equipment; assist other crew with maintenance or repairs.
• Monitor engine and equipment indicators when underway; report abnormalities to ship staff.
• Maintain records of engineering department activities and machine operations.
• Keep electrical power, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water and sewerage systems in good order.
• Test and monitor engine operations to identify malfunctions and causes.
• Monitor pollution prevention measures to ensure compliance with international regulations.
• Record gauge readings or data in engineering logs.
• Keep engine rooms clean; perform or participate in emergency drills as required.

Skills

Basic machine knowledge

Engine room troubleshooting

Effective communication

Job description

Golden Alaska Seafoods is seeking an Oiler for the MV Golden Alaska, a 305’ mothership seafood processor operating in the Bering Sea and off the US West Coast. The role supports engineers and requires endurance for long shifts in a demanding, noisy, and cramped working environment aboard the processing vessel.

Qualifications include basic machine knowledge and 4+ years in engine/machinery troubleshooting. Schedule: 12 hours a day, 7 days a week, for 3–5 months.