Chief Marine Engineer

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 146,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Department of Transportation seeks a Chief Marine Engineer to supervise propulsion and auxiliary systems on Staten Island Ferry boats, ensuring compliance with USCG and ABS rules. Responsibilities include directing below-deck teams, maintaining fuel and machinery, and recording operations.

Required licenses include USCG Chief Engineer for motor vessels, MMC with endorsement, and TWIC. Medical clearance and drug testing are required, with NYC residency not mandated.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid US Coast Guard Chief Engineer license for motor vessels.
• MMC with endorsement and medical certificate must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) required at appointment and maintained thereafter.
• Medical examination and fitness requirements per Coast Guard rules; drug testing on appointment and random testing during employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct operation of main propulsion and auxiliaries on diesel or diesel-electric ferries.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of boilers, electrical equipment, steering pumps, and fuel/oil tanks below deck.
• Ensure compliance with USCG, ABS, safety management system, and NYC DOT regulations; keep records and prepare reports.
• Coordinate with shore management and ensure safe, compliant operations aboard Staten Island Ferry boats.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Maritime engineering

Safety compliance

Education

US Coast Guard Chief Engineer License

Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with endorsement and medical certificate

Job description

*** IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF CHIEF MARINE ENGINEER OR REACHABLE ON CIVIL SERVICE LIST, EXAM # 6023/6517. ***

Under the general direction of the Senior Port Engineer, Port Engineer or other superior officer, supervises and directs the operation of the main propulsion and auxiliary equipment of diesel or diesel-electric powered ferry boats; ensures compliance with agency standard operating procedures, standing orders, and applicable local, state and federal rules and regulations; performs related work.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL TASKS:

Supervises and directs all members of the below-deck team. Supervises and directs the operation, maintenance, and minor or emergency repair of the main propulsion equipment, boilers, auxiliaries, electrical equipment, steering pumps, and fuel, oil, urea and waste tanks on Staten Island Ferry boats. Performs all duties of inspection officer and team leader below deck. Supervises and directs the care, storage, and use of fuel on board the ship. Ensures that machinery and auxiliary systems are operated in accordance with United States Coast Guard and American Bureau of Shipping rules and regulations, Staten Island Ferry safety management system requirements, and NYC DOT departmental regulations. Keeps records and makes reports.

MMC REQUIREMENT: Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with endorsement and medical certificate must be maintained for the duration of employment.

TWIC REQUIREMENT: At the time of appointment, candidates must possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) issued by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA). A valid TWIC must be maintained for the duration of employment.

MEDICAL/DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENTS: Medical guidelines established by the U.S. Coast Guard apply to the position of Chief Marine Engineer. Candidates will therefore be required to undergo a medical examination prior to appointment and thereafter, pursuant to Coast Guard regulations. Candidates must also pass a drug screening to be appointed. Chief Marine Engineers are subject to random drug and alcohol testing during their employment.

HOURS/SHIFT: 40 hours/variable, including nights/weekends

WORK LOCATION: 1 Bay Street, Staten Island, NY 10301

PAY SCALE:

• 0 - 1 years in title: $145,799
• 1 - 2 years in title $154,522
• 2 - 3 years in title $167,511
• 3 - 4 years in title $175,473
• 4+ years in title $180,281

CHIEF MARINE ENGINEER - 91522

Minimum Qualifications

1. A valid license for Chief Engineer of Motor Vessels of any H.P. issued by the United States Coast Guard Inspection Service; or an equivalent license in motor vessels issued by the United States Coast Guard Inspection Service. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.