Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Ability to work 84 hour work week

• Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation

• This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language

• Computer literate preferred

 

Required Certifications or Licenses

 Merchant Mariners Credential with the following endorsements

• Oiler
• Basic Training
• STCW Medical Certificate
• Able Seafarer – Engine
• VPDSD – Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties
• RFPEW – Rating Forming Part of an Engineering Watch
• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels

• Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders that have capacity limits of 300 lbs.

• Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted

NOW OFFERING A $3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!!!

Job Description

 An Oiler assists the Watch Engineer in operating, maintaining, and repairing the dredge’s machinery.

Essential Job Functions

• Routinely makes rounds and complete logs accurately and clearly
• Reports any unusual machinery operation, noise, or vibration to the engineer
• Keep the bilges pumped down
• Clean up excess oil from around the machinery
• Keep oil pressures and temperatures within limits
• Keeps all fluid levels at their proper state
• Take soundings for the storage tanks, as directed
• Check all motors, bearing pumps, and glands for overheating
• Clean engines spaces and properly dispose of waste materials
• Grease machinery as directed
• Follow the Preventative Maintenance Schedule as directed
• Participate in all repairs and maintenance projects during idle periods
• Other duties as assigned