ETO (Electro Technical Officer)

curtinmaritime; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtin Maritime in the United States is seeking a capable Engineer to oversee safe operation and maintenance of vessel power and electrical systems under Jones Act and USCG guidance. You will work under supervision of a licensed officer, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure readiness for project-site deployments.

The role requires physical fitness, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work in confined spaces, and travel to various sites.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations with focus.
• Willingness to perform physical tasks and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work aboard boats in varying weather conditions.
• USCG MMC required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain vessel power, propulsion and auxiliary systems safely.
• Monitor, repair, and perform preventive maintenance under supervision.
• Manage spares and inventories for on-board maintenance.
• Report vessel status to Chief Engineer and maintain logs.
• Create and execute daily work plans in the Vessel Management System.
• Assign tasks and assist in deckhand duties as needed.

Skills

Stress management

Chain of command

Proactive ownership

Safety awareness

Tools

Vessel Management System

Job description

Due to Jones Act Requirements - USCG MMC is required for this role

Rotating schedule - travel required to project sites

Scope of Duties and Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to the following:

• Safe operation and routine maintenance of the vessel’s power, propulsion, auxiliary, and other electro‑mechanical and electronic systems in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations of the vessel’s flag, the international community, company policies and procedures, and the manufacturer’s recommendations in a manner responsible to the safety of the crew.
• Under the direct and active supervision of a licensed officer, monitoring, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance in accordance with Company procedures and in a manner responsible to the safety of the crew and the protection of the natural environment.
• Responsible care and use of the vessel’s consumable spares, mechanical stores and tools inventories.
• General vessel maintenance and monitoring reporting to Chief Engineer
• Create work plan and execute daily tasks in accordance with the established schedule in Vessel Management System.
• Update completed tasks with notes in Vessel Management System as completed.
• Maintain inventory of tools and critical/spare parts on board the vessel.
• Assign work to any assistant engineering staff and monitor to ensure satisfactory completion.
• Work as a deckhand as needed

SKILLS, APTITUDES, QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Mental Aptitudes Required:

• Ability to handle stressful situations with focus.
• Understanding importance and taking pride and responsibility in mastering the small things, before mastering the big ones.
• Understand and respect the chain of command. Ability to take direction no matter how it is given.
• Continuously demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and ownership by being pro‑active in all situations/tasks.

Physical Aptitudes Required:

• Must meet “fit for duty” requirements upon job offer (pre‑employment physical and drug test)
• The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces
• Able to work in confined spaces and carry heavy tools for extended periods of time
• Must be able to pull heavy lines/hoses, lift, carry heavy items, climb onto barges and up and down ladders.
• Must be comfortable entering tanks and other confined spaces
• Must be able to work in difficult conditions with exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, wind, heat, etc.)
• Must be comfortable working aboard boats and barges using heavy lines, winches, and mechanical tools for repairs
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work when exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels, and potentially hazardous equipment.

Tests, Certifications and Other Preferred Not Mandatory Requirements:

• Merchant Mariner Credential
• USCG Medical Card
• Preferred: STCW Reg. III/6‑Electro Technical Officer
• Physical & DOT Drug Test
• Respiratory Fit Test
• TWIC Card
• Passport, or ability to obtain a passport
• Participation in random drug testing program
• MODU
• Chief Engineer OSV