Alaska Junior Marine Engineer - Deck & Engine

UIC Arctic Response Services, LLC; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UIC Bowhead Transport seeks a QMED/Junior Engineer to support engineering maintenance, deck operations, including line handling and watch duties, at its Anchorage, Alaska location. Tasks include security rounds, cargo handling, and routine vessel maintenance under the Vessel Master or Mate's guidance.

The role requires 1–3 years in maritime work, heavy equipment operation, and strong English communication. Applicants must be U.S.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of maritime industry experience.
• Heavy Equipment Operator experience is required (loader, forklift, deck crane, skid steer).
• U.S. citizen with a valid U.S. Passport and six months before renewal.
• TWIC valid with at least six months before renewal.
• Driver's license with minimum six months before renewal.
• Able to complete Merchant Mariners physical and perform shipboard duties.
• Strong English communication, both written and verbal.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills; able to explain technical topics.
• Write clearly in English; capable of basic radio/electronic communications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering maintenance and deck operations, including line handling and watch duties.
• Perform deck security rounds and assist with emergency responsibilities as directed.
• Operate, maintain, and repair ship equipment such as winches and cranes.
• Splice, rig, and handle cargo-handling gear and running gear; secure cargo.
• Stand gangway watch and perform path obstruction checks during watch duty.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

English proficiency

Strong communication

Teamwork

Written communication

Radio communication

Tools

Loader

Forklift

Deck crane

Skid steer

Winches

Job description

UIC Bowhead Transport seeks a QMED/Junior Engineer to support engineering maintenance, deck operations, including line handling and watch duties, at its Anchorage, Alaska location. Tasks include security rounds, cargo handling, and routine vessel maintenance under the Vessel Master or Mate's guidance.

The role requires 1–3 years in maritime work, heavy equipment operation, and strong English communication. Applicants must be U.S.