Maritime QMED-Oiler Instructor: Lead Shipboard Training

Management & Training Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability (short/long-term)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) seeks a QMED-Oiler Instructor for the Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, OR. You will pass on maritime engineering expertise, lead the next generation of engineers, and oversee hands-on training and safety on training vessels.

You will design lessons, supervise practical exercises, and serve as Chief Engineer during underway training 1–2 times weekly, while mentoring students and maintaining curriculum standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid QMED credential issued by USCG.
• STCW endorsement for engineering, including advanced safety and firefighting.
• Extensive sea experience in engineering roles.
• Familiarity with applicable maritime regulations and training vessel standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum aligned with USCG-approved engineering curriculum.
• Teach classes, supervise hands-on training, and lead practical exercises.
• Serve as Chief Engineer on Tongue Point training vessels during underway sessions (1–2 times/week).
• Manage and mentor engineering students, monitoring progress and curriculum adherence.
• Evaluate student progress, provide feedback, and conduct competency assessments.
• Oversee laboratory and workshop safety, equipment, and simulators.
• Ensure compliance with maritime safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and industry engagement.
• Build relationships with maritime industry stakeholders to align training with job opportunities.
• Handle administrative tasks including scheduling, records, and reporting as required.

Skills

Sea experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

QMED credential (USCG)

STCW endorsement (engineering)

Teaching/Train the Trainer (USCG)

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) seeks a QMED-Oiler Instructor for the Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, OR. You will pass on maritime engineering expertise, lead the next generation of engineers, and oversee hands-on training and safety on training vessels.

You will design lessons, supervise practical exercises, and serve as Chief Engineer during underway training 1–2 times weekly, while mentoring students and maintaining curriculum standards.