Seattle, WA

Req. Number003-4067Posting DateFeb 01, 2025Address450 Alaskan Way South Ste 706, Seattle, Washington 98104, United StatesJob DescriptionJob Title: Assistant Engineer (Ocean Towing)Position: Assistant Engineer - 1st 2nd 3rdLocation: USDepartment: Ocean FleetSchedule: 45-60-day hitchesReports to: Chief Engineer & Port EngineerPay Range: $115,000 - $125,000 annual (EXCLUDES OVERTIME & TRAVEL IS COVERED BY FOSS)If you experience issues when applying, please send your resume & credentials to What We Offer our Hardworking Mariners:At Foss, we recognize that our employees are the foundation of our company and of our success.We value and respect the individuals that make up the Foss family and are proud to have one of the industry's highest records for employee longevity.We work with the Inlandboatmans' Union of the Pacific to provide eligible employees in this position with benefits and paid time off in accordance with regional collective bargaining agreement requirements.Fully funded health care and retirementPaid Time OffPaid holidaysTuition & training reimbursementAdvancement opportunitiesFamily support servicesEmployee wellness reimbursementsEquity & inclusionCompany paid-for travelSummary of Position: The Assistant Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, preservation, operation, and readiness of the ship's propulsion machinery, mechanical and electrical systems, and damage control equipment. The AE is also responsible for fueling, pollution control, liquid load and ballasting, logs and record keeping, procurement and inventory control, and storage and accountability of all HAZMATs. Depending on the vessel, the AE may act as Chief Engineer or the engineer in charge of a watch in a periodically unmanned engine room.Qualifications:Valid USCG MMCAssistant Engineer - Oceans, Any HP, Limited - 1600 GRT/3000 ITC License (may sub 3a/e, 2a/e, or 1a/e Motor License)Valid STCW with all required endorsements (including, but not limited to Officer in Charge of Engineering Watch, Advanced Firefighting, and Medical Care Provider)Lifeboatman EndorsementValid TWICValid Passport - must be able to travel internationally with no restrictionsCPR/First AidA physical and pre-employment drug test are also pre-requisite of employment.Essential Functions:Vessel MaintenanceTroubleshoots and repairs all engines, pumps, machinery, deck machinery, and electrical componentsMaintains proper markings, tags, and color coding of various systemsResponsible for general housekeeping of engineering spacesSafetyResponsible for proper maintenance of onboard alarms and safety systemsResponsible for safety of personnel in engine roomMiscellaneousResponsible for monthly engineering reports to be submitted to managementUtilizing the company's maintenance software(Helm) for tracking and executing preventative maintenance.Maintains vessel parts inventory levelsWorks on deck as needed: handles lines, makes/breaks towOther jobs as directedSupervisory and Leadership of Direct StaffSupervises and trains junior engineers on maintenance proceduresServes as Foss

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