Expedition Ship Engine Mechanic — Global Voyages

Lindblad Expeditions, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including Medical, Am

401(k) plan with employer match

Room and board when scheduled

Travel Day Pay

Travel Expenses Paid

Travel benefits for employees and/or  

Uniforms Provided

Training Opportunities

Emergency Coverage Pay

Job summary

Lindblad Expeditions seeks an Engine Mechanic to assist the Chief Engineer in maintenance, operation, and repair of vessel systems, including hotel equipment. You will work on propulsion, power, water, HVAC, and passenger-facing maintenance tasks while following ISM and safety policies.

The role requires STCW and USCG-compliant certifications, EPC onboarding, and willingness to work long shifts aboard ships with rotating schedules. Guest contact may occur, with a professional demeanor expected.

Qualifications

• EPA Section 608 Technician Type 1 Certification required (onboarding possible).
• STCW Basic Safety Training required.
• STCW VPDSD required.
• STCW Crowd Management required.
• USCG Medical Certificate required.
• First Aid/CPR certification required (onboarding possible).
• TWIC and US Passport required.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains the ship’s propulsion system.
• Operates and maintains electrical generation and distribution system, including emergency power.
• Operates and maintains potable water and auto chlorination system.
• Operates and maintains black water/gray water/waste tanks, treatment, and testing program.
• Operates and maintains HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Performs routine maintenance checks and keeps records; informs Chief Engineer of work done.
• Participates in shipyard availabilities and bunkering support.
• Maintains safety, ISM, and emergency response compliance.

Skills

Diesel propulsion

Electricity generation

Hydraulics

Pumps

HVAC systems

Water makers

Plumbing

Refrigeration

Hotel systems

Excel

Windows applications

Tools

Excel

Windows

Job description

Lindblad Expeditions seeks an Engine Mechanic to assist the Chief Engineer in maintenance, operation, and repair of vessel systems, including hotel equipment. You will work on propulsion, power, water, HVAC, and passenger-facing maintenance tasks while following ISM and safety policies.

The role requires STCW and USCG-compliant certifications, EPC onboarding, and willingness to work long shifts aboard ships with rotating schedules. Guest contact may occur, with a professional demeanor expected.