The Qualified Member of Engineering Department (Oiler/Wiper of High-Speed Transport Vessel) is responsible for maintaining a safe and clean engine room. Properly processing and pumping sewage and oily water tanks as directed, performing both preventative maintenance and emergency repairs as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Participate in the safe operation of vessel as required within USCG regulations.
Participate in drills with Marine and Non-marine crew as directed by the Master or with engineering crew.
Report any problems to the Chief Engineer immediately.
Maintain a safe and clean engine room.
Properly process and pump sewage and oily water tanks as directed.
Make emergency repairs when needed.
Perform daily/weekly/monthly preventative maintenance as directed.
Perform all other duties and responsibilities normally expected of a vessel’s QMED.
Present a neat and alert personal appearance.
The majority of work is performed in a Marine environment in both indoor and outdoor conditions with exposure to various temperatures and weather conditions, along with moderate to loud noise levels.
The Marine operation is subject to varying levels of motion, movement, and vibration.
The QMED/Oiler/Wiper both lives and works onboard a vessel, on a rotational basis, generally for 56 Days on – 56 Days off (+).
Complete Familiarization Checklist – A (TR-AL-CL-010)
Complete Familiarization Checklist – C (TR-SS-CL-020)
Additional job duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
QMED USCG Document
STCW 95 Certificate
A valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Have and maintain a valid U.S. Passport.
Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
Complete work assignments as directed by the First Assistant Engineer.
Demonstrate well-developed inter-personal skills.
Set and achieve high standards of performance.
Demonstrate initiative and be able to make progress on multiple assignments under time constraints.
Understudy the Second Assistant Engineer.
3 years’ experience as Marine Engineer demonstrating the ability to handle increasing levels of responsibility.
High Speed passenger vessel experience preferred.
Water Jet Experience preferred.
Maintain compliance with USCG physical standards.
Ability to stand and walk on nearly a constant basis; ability to work long hours each day.
Ability to bend, rotate and reach frequently.
Ability to carry, push/pull and/or lift materials weighing upwards of 50 lbs.
Ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely.
Ability to manipulate/handle/grip materials required to perform job.
Ability to maneuver through/in/around small and/or confined areas within the vessel.
Must be able to maintain both static and dynamic standing balance to complete various duties associated with job.
Must be capable of performing emergency duties as listed in the vessel’s station bill.
Successful completion of in-house IMO-HSC Type Rating Program.
Be able to acquire and maintain a Secret Clearance.
Accept Immunizations as required by Contract due to area of operation and/or nature of work.
Participate in Seawards Services, Inc. (SSI), Military Sealift Command (MSC), Safety, Seamanship and other training or meetings as required.