Oiler / Assistant Engineer - Honolulu, HI

Marine Spill Response Corporation; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC) seeks a local Oiler or Assistant Engineer to join our team in Honolulu, HI. The successful candidate will support the Chief Engineer in daily operations, maintenance, and repair of vessel systems while reporting to the vessel on a regular schedule.

Candidates must live locally to Honolulu and have MMC Oiler or Assistant Engineer qualifications, with STCW/USCG certificates, TWIC, and the ability to obtain essential documents.

Qualifications

• MMC rating of QMED-Oiler (min) or Assistant Engineer (preferred)
• Valid USCG medical certificate (STCW) required
• TWIC card
• Ability to obtain a valid driver’s license, TWIC, and U.S. Passport

Responsibilities

• Stand engine room watches as required at sea and during maneuvering
• Operate systems and equipment per procedures and Chief Engineer directions
• Assist with preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Conduct routine tests and inspections (lube oil, cooling water)

Skills

Leadership skills

Written and oral communication

PC operation

Job description

Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC), a not-for-profit and USCG classified Oil Spill Removal Organization, is seeking a local Oiler or Assistant Engineer to join our team in Honolulu, HI.

With a legacy spanning over three decades, MSRC stands at the forefront of the oil spill removal industry. Working alongside the industry's best, the Oiler or Assistant Engineer will assist the Chief Engineer in the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and repair of all equipment and systems. This position offers a schedule of Monday - Thursday with the ability to go home nights and weekends and will come with a competitive benefit package which includes, medical, dental, vision, disability, and an excellent 401(k) savings plan.

• Candidates will need to live local to the Honolulu, HI area and be able to report back to the vessel within 2 hours to comply with MSRC's emergency response mission
• Stand engine room watches as required at sea and during maneuvering
• Operate systems and equipment in accordance with procedures or as otherwise directed by the Chief Engineer
• Be familiar with normal and emergency operating procedures for the steering gear, generators, bilge pump, and fire pump
• Become familiar with system and equipment emergency operating procedures
• Assist with Preventive Maintenance, troubleshooting and repair, approved modifications, record keeping
• Conduct routine tests and inspections (i.e., lube oil testing, cooling water testing)

Qualifications

• Must possess MMC rating of QMED-Oiler (min) or Assistant Engineer (preferred)
• License endorsements must list endorsements specific to:STCW III/4 RFPEW, BST, as well as QMED-Oiler and Lifeboatman (minimum)
• Valid USCG medical certificate (STCW) required
• TWIC card
• Capable of prolonged, strenuous work onboard vessels at sea
• Effective leadership skills, and written and oral communications skills
• Ability to operate industrial equipment and their systems safely
• Ability to operate a personal computer
• Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check, pre-hire medical exam and drug screen, and the ability to obtain a valid driver's license, TWIC, and U.S. Passport

Physical Requirements Include, Among Others:

• Requires standing, lifting up to 45lbs
• Requires the ability to wear the personnel protective equipment prescribed by posted signs and written instruction
• Able to work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions including heat, cold, rain or dry environments
• Ability to perform work in various sea conditions, under all environmental conditions, often wet/oily decks

Salary

$35.58 - 55.71

Marine Spill Response Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MSRC prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or because an employee or applicant is a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, or other protected veteran.