Engineer - Of Watch

Bally’s Corporation; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Bally’s Corporation is seeking a Riverboat Engineer/Technician to perform preventive maintenance, maintain power supplies, and conduct rounds of the riverboat to ensure machinery and safety systems function correctly. The role includes emergency response duties and coordination with the Captain-Of-The-Watch.

Qualified candidates will have certifications in firefighting, CPR/First Aid, and AED, and be at least 21 years old.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work in a smoking environment and endure variable weather.
• Completion of EOW qualification program and basic firefighting course (USCG-approved or Shreveport FD).
• CPR, First Responder, and AED certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Completes scheduled preventive maintenance tasks and other work assigned by the EIC.
• Maintain a continuous power supply to the riverboat via shore power or diesel generators; ensure auto-start capability.
• Conduct rounds to verify machinery, equipment, and safety systems are functioning; correct discrepancies.
• Answer and remedy maintenance calls during the watch.
• Notify EIC of system malfunctions per Standing Orders.
• Maintain engine room watch logs of significant activities.
• Fulfills emergency response duties as assigned in Station Bills.
• Coordinate engineering tasks with Captain-Of-The-Watch; supervise Riverboat Technician.
• Complete EOW Qualification Program and required firefighting courses.

Skills

Engineering coordination

Riverboat maintenance

Firefighting training

CPR/First Aid

AED certification

Computers literacy

Age 21 requirement

Stand/move ability

Safety awareness

Education

USCG-approved firefighting course

Shreveport Fire Department training

Job description

• Completes scheduled preventive maintenance tasks and other work assigned by the EIC.
• Maintain a continuous power supply to the riverboat through either the use of shore power or diesel generator sets. Ensure the main generators are ready to auto start and assume the electrical load on the electrical buss when the riverboat experiences a loss of shore power.
• Makes periodic rounds of the riverboat to verify that machinery and equipment are functioning properly. Specifically checks the condition of fire and safety equipment. Takes corrective action to remedy observed discrepancies.
• Answers and remedies maintenance calls received during the watch.
• Notifies the EIC of system malfunctions in accordance with Standing Orders.
• Maintains an engine room watch log of all significant activities during the watch.
• Fulfills emergency response duties assigned to the EOW in Station Bills.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to Bally’s Attendance Policy.
• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality/entertainment industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property. This includes all shifts, weekends and holiday periods.
• Coordinates scheduled engineering tasks with the Captain-Of-The-Watch.
• Directs the Riverboat Technician performing maintenance in the riverboat.
• Successfully completes EOW Qualification Program.
• Successfully completes an accredited course in basic firefighting. This requirement can be met by completing either (a) USCG-approved course or (b) training by the Shreveport Fire Department.
• Successfully completes CPR, First Responder, and Automated Electronic Defibrillator (AED) certification.
• Knowledge of computers and the ability to generate documents and keep accurate records.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to work from various heights and depths in the riverboat environment.
• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with extreme noise conditions (protection provided).
• Must be able to hear and understand security radio transmissions during normal casino noise.
• Must be able to work in a smoking environment.

Responsibilities

• Completes scheduled preventive maintenance tasks and other work assigned by the EIC.
• Maintain a continuous power supply to the riverboat through either the use of shore power or diesel generator sets. Ensure the main generators are ready to auto start and assume the electrical load on the electrical buss when the riverboat experiences a loss of shore power.
• Makes periodic rounds of the riverboat to verify that machinery and equipment are functioning properly. Specifically checks the condition of fire and safety equipment. Takes corrective action to remedy observed discrepancies.
• Answers and remedies maintenance calls received during the watch.
• Notifies the EIC of system malfunctions in accordance with Standing Orders.
• Maintains an engine room watch log of all significant activities during the watch.
• Fulfills emergency response duties assigned to the EOW in Station Bills.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to Bally’s Attendance Policy.
• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality/entertainment industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property. This includes all shifts, weekends and holiday periods.

Competencies

• Coordinates scheduled engineering tasks with the Captain-Of-The-Watch.
• Directs the Riverboat Technician performing maintenance in the riverboat.
• Successfully completes EOW Qualification Program.
• Successfully completes an accredited course in basic firefighting. This requirement can be met by completing either (a) USCG-approved course or (b) training by the Shreveport Fire Department.
• Successfully completes CPR, First Responder, and Automated Electronic Defibrillator (AED) certification.
• Knowledge of computers and the ability to generate documents and keep accurate records.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to work from various heights and depths in the riverboat environment.

Work Environment

• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with extreme noise conditions (protection provided).
• Must be able to hear and understand security radio transmissions during normal casino noise.
• Must be able to work in a smoking environment.

Target Salary Range

• 21.63/ Hr

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Since the Ballyverse began way back in 1932, we've been creating engaging experiences everywhere, in a way that's accessible for everyone. Across Casinos & Resorts, Interactive, and Corporate, from the gaming floor to peoples' phones, we bring the thrill wherever our customers want to play.

But none of it would be possible without our people. Our team of 11,500 diverse minds who love what they do, celebrate each other's wins, and find fun in creating moments that matter. Whether you're energized by guest connection, technical innovation, or both, there's a place for you at Bally's.