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Engineer, Seward, AK

We are Alaska's tug and barge company and are growing. Cook Inlet Tug & Barge has provided marine services since 1924. We specialize in harbor services throughout South Central and Western Alaska. Visit www.cookinlettug.com to learn more about us.

Why Cook Inlet Tug & Barge?

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is a team of exceptional merchant mariners. If you are seeking adventure, flexible seasonal work, and enjoy what you do, this is an opportunity of a lifetime! You will be professionally challenged in a remote environment with a stunning backdrop, adding valuable experiences to your life.

Benefits for your seasonal position may apply. If you are ready for an adventure, we would love to hear from you! We are starting interviews for our upcoming summer season now. Get your application in today at:

Roles and Responsibilities of a Vessel Engineer

As a Vessel Engineer, you maintain the heart of the vessel to ensure it operates properly. Your responsibilities include:

1. Maintaining all machinery, equipment, and systems, including main propulsion, auxiliary power generation, ancillary, deck, and cargo handling.
2. Ensuring proper operation of control, monitoring, and alarm systems while maintaining a safe work environment.
3. Implementing company policies, procedures, and maritime industry standards where applicable.
4. Checking and maintaining fuel and fluid levels, taking monthly oil samples for analysis, managing vessel bunkering, and maintaining inventory levels of critical spares and parts.

In Alaska's remote geography, you will need to perform safe and effective repairs with limited resources and outside support under tight time constraints.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a QMED (Engineer License preferred), with a 4000 horsepower engineer license preferred.
• Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (PIC and HAZWOPER preferred).
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• Valid driver's license and U.S. Passport.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check to enter Canada.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.

Experience and Skills

• At least five years of experience in the last 15 years as a Marine Engineer, preferably including three as a Chief Engineer.
• Skilled in handling various equipment suited to specific tasks.

Working Conditions

• Lodging and provisions are provided on the vessel.
• Transportation to and from the vessel is provided by the company.
• Must be physically fit to climb aboard tugs and barges, ascend and descend ladders, and maintain balance in a seaway; capable of kneeling, stooping, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, and standing for long periods.
• Comfortable with heights and narrow walkways.
• Must work 12 hours a day for the full season.
• Exposure to all weather conditions.

As industry leaders, we prioritize crew health and safety. Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and affirmative action, employing women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. We are a drug-free employer and participate in the E-Verify program.