Engineer

Parker Towing Company; Northport (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

401k

Bi-annual bonuses

Job summary

Parker Towing Company is seeking engineers to perform preventative and major maintenance on diesel engines and associated equipment. Candidates will report to the Port Engineer and must have a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and pass pre-employment testing. The role offers flexibility in schedule with potential to work from various locations. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, bonuses, and 401k.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must perform maintenance on diesel engines and associated equipment.
• Knowledge of PLCs is preferred.
• Candidates must comply with U.S. Coast Guard regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Captain in emergency procedures and drills.
• Maintain cleanliness and order of engine room.
• Conduct regular performance and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Diesel engines

Leadership skills

Verbal and written communication

Knowledge of PLCs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Parker Towing Company is currently hiring for engineers. Don't miss this great career opportunity. For this position, the schedule possibilities include 28/28, 20/10 or 28/14. Pay will be based on experience. This position requires you to be away from home for expended periods of time. You can live anywhere and work on the river! At Parker Towing we strive to offer the best benefits for you and your family: medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, bi annual bonuses, 401k.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must be capable of performing preventative maintenance and major maintenance procedures on the following: diesel engines and associated equipment, governors, air and electronic control systems, reduction gears, AC generators, electrical switchboards and electrical equipment, air compressors and hydraulic steering systems, refrigeration systems, air conditioning and heating systems, and sewage treatment and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is preferred.
• This position will be report directly to the Port Engineer and will be responsible to the towboat master for the regular performance of their job duties.
• Leadership skills and effective verbal and written communication skills are critical.
• Follow all U.S. Coast Guard regulations and requirements in order to ensure employee safety and vessel compliance.
• Assist the Captain in conducting fire emergency procedures and fire drills.
• Maintain vessel cleanliness and good working order of engine room, vessel Participate on dry-dockings and major repairs/overhauls.
• Physical demands of heavy lifting, reaching as well as standing and bending.
• Follow vessel transfer procedures.
• Maintain all engine, mechanical and fuel logs.
• All preventive maintenance including repairs when needed.

In addition to the above-specified qualifications, the successful applicant must possess a high school diploma or equivalent as well as a valid driver’s license, and successfully complete pre-employment aptitude and physical fitness testing. Requirements and responsibilities listed are not all-inclusive.