Chief Engineer

Overview

Work on an assigned vessel on a regular equal time schedule and be available to assist engineering and operations on the scheduled time on and off. Work as directed by the Port Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Schedule long‑term maintenance of tugs and barges based on communications with the Sr. Port Engineer.
• Communicate with the Sr. Port Engineer to establish priorities and availability of personnel, equipment, and resources.
• Keep records of maintenance performed and ensure vessels are properly recording maintenance.
• Perform inspections of vessels as called out for repair and maintenance standards and regulatory compliance. Perform bi‑annual engineering inspections as called out on vessels.
• Assist Port Engineers to compile and prioritize worklists for each vessel for both routine and major maintenance (dry‑dock periods).
• Communicate clearly with the Sr. Port Engineer on all work being performed on the vessel and notify immediately if any issues arise that may affect vessel operations.
• Perform emergency repairs on vessels as required.
• Work with the Sr. Port Engineer on special projects to improve workflow and/or engineering processes.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Senior Port Engineer.
• Act as liaison between vessel engineers and OTB management.
• Assist the Sr. Port Engineer in evaluating and training engineers in the fleet.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining tugs and barges.
• Two (2) year of experience on tugs, tankers, oil barges or equivalent military experience.
• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the maritime industry preferred.
• US Coast Guard license as DDE Unlimited or higher on a Merchant Mariner’s Document strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of oil transportation and marine industry preferred.
• Knowledge of tugs and barge maintenance systems and equipment.
• Ability to repair marine equipment on site under adverse conditions.
• Ability to work with others using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive communications.
• Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance.
• Ability to get along with office staff and vessel crewmembers.
• Must be physically fit enough to board barges and tugs at sea and in port.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with tank barge operations, ship operations, and terminal/refinery operations.
• Proficient using Microsoft Suite.
• Valid State driver’s license.
• Valid TWIC or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Use of Computer (Word and Excel), Copier and Fax Machine.
• First Aid/CPR training preferred.

Job Condition and Environment

• Capable of making decisions and giving directions to facilitate prompt service delivery.
• Required to work aboard boats and barges using pike poles, heavy lines, winches, mechanical tools for repairs.
• Frequently required to board tugs, barges, and ships at dock or at anchor in all weather conditions and at all hours.

Expected Hours of Work

• Equal time schedules.
• This position is an “At Sea” posting. Vessel and schedule to be determined by Port Engineer.
• Remote communications 24 hours a day, including weekends, concerning vessel maintenance, repair, and operations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) options.
• Disability insurance.
• Sick pay, vacation pay, 10 paid holidays per calendar year (subject to work schedule).
• Health and/or dependent care FSAs available after meeting company requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Drug‑Free Workplace. Pre‑employment drug testing is required.