Shoreside EngineerQMED - Pierce County Ferry WA

Salary $27 $32 /HR

Hornblower is seeking an Engineer / QMED for our Pierce County Ferry operation in Steilacoom WA.

The Engineer/QMED safely maintains all vessel systems to specifications determined by manufacturers the United States Coast Guard regulations and as directed by the Port Engineer Port Captain and General Manager. This position performs duties related to passenger safety passenger service and vessel operations. This is a shoreside role in Steilacoom WA.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with filling water bunkering fuel connecting and disconnecting shore power as directed.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and maintenance personnel.
• Ensure daily weekly monthly and/or hourly preventative maintenance as required.
• Manage maintain and operate nonmechanical systems of the vessel or vessels within the legal requirements of the USCG and other pertinent regulatory agencies as well as mechanical systems.
• Responsible for compilation review and maintenance of systems and maintenance logs Engineer PCF Rev 012016 AL.
• Prepare part specifications locate distributors or vendors for custodial supplies linens paint equipment and tools; maintain inventories needed for operation of mechanical and nonmechanical system.
• Defer to and act in support of the vessel in the event of a real or simulated emergency.
• Ensure that discharge sewage and oily water are in accordance with all regulations.
• Engage in handson repairs and improvement projects as workload and criticality requires.
• Participate in meetings as required by the Master.
• Remain true to and champion the Companys Core Values and Code of Conduct.
• Safety First Safety shall remain the highest priority at all times. Be an active advocate of and participant in the HMS Safety Culture.
• Consider reliability and efficiency with regard to Company operations.
• Ensure safe and clean engine rooms.
• Ensure safe and clean work areas.
• Establish implement and maintain task lists and USCG inspection checklist.
• Conduct safety drills safety meetings procedures and provide technical assistance and instruction to crewmembers.
• Participate in onboard training and routine drills.
• Demonstrate practical knowledge of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment (i.e. fire extinguishers life preservers work vest).
• Use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Handle and dispose of all chemicals and other types of hazardous or caustic materials in compliance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) (as required).
• Inspect safety equipment to verify location condition and markings are in compliance with USCG requirements; assist USCG in annual inspections of safety equipment; and enforce safety and USCG navigational laws.
• Report safety related concerns.
• Present professional level of customer service and appearance to all internal and external.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two 2 years experience on vessels of similar size 500 ton)
• Passenger Vessel experience preferred specifically in the engine area
• Excellent career record in marine industry.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• HS Diploma
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card) and/or ability to obtain and maintain
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification and/or ability to obtain and maintain
• Valid Drivers License
• Copy of DD214 if Veteran status
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong organizational skills and high level of attention to detail
• Ability to effectively interact with the passengers guests and fellow employees.
• Ability to work in fastpaced quicklychanging environment
• Working knowledge of Diesel Machinery and other ship systems
• Basic seamanship skills including: safety equipment line handling knots & splices and small boat handling

Hornblower Group is a multibrand global entertainment and cruise business delivering epic events and adventures around the world with aspirations to become a global leader in Experiences and Transportation. Today the Hornblower Group portfolio of offerings services over 17M visitors annually across several entertainment categories including: dining cruises sightseeing ferries and overnight cruises.

Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We 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 statue 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. Additional Hornblower participates in the EVerify program in certain locations.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and other applicable laws we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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