Vessel Engineer

Ingram Barge Co.; Paducah, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingram Marine Group is seeking a skilled Engineer to join our fleet and apply your mechanical knowledge to vessel systems, propulsion, steering, and maintenance. You will participate in safety drills, logs, and ensure compliance with USCG and company policies.

You will supervise junior engineers and deckhands, perform repairs, and coordinate with crews for routine and emergency maintenance, while adhering to environmental guidelines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain vessel engines and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct safety drills and inspections per USCG and company policies.
• Direct fuel transfers and bilge operations according to procedures.
• Maintain logs of engine hours and maintenance activities.
• Supervise junior engineers and deckhands during engine room tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with crew for vessel operations and repairs.
• Repair vessel engines, generators, and other systems as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure vessel readiness.
• Keep engine room clean and well-organized.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Safety drills

Team supervision

Deck operations

Maintenance and repairs

Safety compliance

TWIC card

English reading

Job description

Ingram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America's inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet of barges that transport aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products.

We're committed to being the best at whatever we do. We're continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we're successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates.

Job Description

Navigate your way toward an exciting career!

Does putting your mechanical skills and knowledge of vessel systems to use sound exciting? If so, look no further – Ingram Marine Group is looking to bring a skilled, safe and efficient Engineer onboard!

• Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems and policies
• Participation in safety drills and audits
• Good housekeeping in engine room through regular cleaning, painting and maintenance
• Directing fuel transfers, lubricants and bilge from fuel flat in accordance with procedures
• Maintaining logs of engine hours, fuel transfers and other maintenance activities
• Compliance and enforcing USCG and environmental regulations as well as company policies
• Conducting repairs to vessel engines, generators and other vessel systems as required
• Ensuring vessel operation through regular maintenance of vessel systems
• Supervision of JR. Engineers and Deckhands to assist with engine room activities
• Performing other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Demonstration of felt leadership
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform in a fast paced environment
• Ability to interact and communicate at all levels within the organization
• Intermediate skills with MS Outlook and Internet Explorer
• Working knowledge of welding, plumbing and refrigeration concepts
• Ability to identify and employ appropriate safety practices in order to manage risks
• Basic critical thinking and decision making skills
• Working knowledge of vessel systems(propulsion, steering, waste, etc.)
• Ability to safely operate aboard a vessel & perform necessary deck tasks within safety guidelines
• Quick but logical responses to unexpected circumstances and safety concerns
• Ability to apply mechanical and electrical skills while repairing and maintaining the vessel
• Possess a valid Driver’s License
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid TWIC card(Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
• Pass a post-offer process if an offer is made(background check, drug screen, physical)
• Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff
• Be able to work away from home for extended periods of time(14, 21 or 28 day hitches)
• Must be able to read and write the English language in order to comply with USCG regulatory requirements

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [emailprotected]

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