QMED - Seaward Services - TSVRON

Hornblower Corp; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp is seeking a Qualified Member of the Engineering Department (QMED) to support safe operations aboard Training Support Vessels. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing engineering systems, standing watches, and ensuring cleanliness and safety in engineering spaces.

The ideal candidate must hold a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential, meet physical and medical requirements for shipboard duties, and demonstrate mechanical aptitude. Join us in providing exceptional engineering support!

Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible for a United States Passport.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements for shipboard engineering duties.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to follow technical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the Engineering Department and support daily engineering operations.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on propulsion machinery.
• Assist with routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)

Valid USCG Medical Certificate

Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Position Summary

The Qualified Member of the Engineering Department (QMED) supports the safe and reliable operation of all engineering systems aboard Training Support Vessels. This role performs maintenance, repair, and operational tasks under the direction of the Chief Engineer and licensed engineering officers. The QMED stands engineering watches as assigned and contributes to the overall efficiency and readiness of the Engineering Department.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the Engineering Department and support daily engineering operations.
• Stand assigned engine room watches in accordance with the vessel’s operational and watchstanding requirements.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment, and engineering support systems as directed by the Chief Engineer or senior engineering officers.
• Assist with routine inspections, equipment monitoring, lubrication, filter changes, and other preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain engineering spaces in clean, safe, and well‑organized condition.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and engineering operational standards and procedures.
• Support accurate recording of machinery readings, maintenance notes, and engineering log entries as required.
• Assist with equipment operation and system monitoring during vessel movements, evolutions, and drills.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure safe and effective engine room operations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with STCW endorsements including: Able Seafarer – Engine, Rating Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (RFPEW), Proficiency in Survival Craft (PSC), Basic Training.
• Valid USCG Medical Certificate meeting engineering service standards.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Must possess or be eligible for a United States Passport.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements for shipboard engineering duties, including the ability to work in hot spaces, climb ladders, and handle tools and equipment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow technical instructions.
• Ability to stand rotating watches and respond to engineering emergencies as required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to operate effectively within the Engineering Department.
• Must meet all company and contractual requirements.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.