Second Assistant Engineer
Company: Texas A&M University
Location: Galveston
Posted on: March 12, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Title
Second Assistant Engineer
Agency
Texas A&M University at Galveston
Department
10151904 Ship Operations (Milton Korn)
Proposed Minimum Salary
$7,500.00 monthly
Job Location
Galveston, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Description Summary
The Second Assistant Engineer operate and maintain ship's
propulsion machinery and related systems. Perform maintenance and
repair support to the engine department and perform other duties as
required by Chief Engineer/First Engineer, Master, and TAMMA
Superintendent. Instruct students in ZOPT and during training sea
terms.
Qualifications
Required Education:
Graduation from accredited Maritime Academy (or three years at-sea
experience and satisfactory completion of US Coast Guard exam)
Required Experience:
Two years of experience as Third Assistant Engineer.
Preferred Education:
Master's degree or upper level professional engineering
certification credentials.
Preferred Experience:
--- Experience working with Caterpillar diesel generators, vapor
boilers, AC&R purifiers, Alfa Laval evaporators, electrical
--- Shipyard experience with new build construction project
management and acceptance testing
--- Prior teaching experience
--- Experience with NS 5 (ENTERPRISE) or similar shipboard
inventory/maintenance system
Required Licenses and Certifications:
US Merchant Marine License - Engineering, 2nd Assistant (Motor,
Unlimited); 3rd Assistant (Steam) current, valid STCW certificate;
valid passport.
Preferred Licenses and Certifications:
US Merchant Marine License of 2nd Assistant Motor or Steam
Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
--- Practical and theoretical knowledge of main and auxiliary
engines.--- Excellent oral and written communication skills--- Must
demonstrate a good level of competency in office-related
applications--- Ability to work in a student-oriented training
environment--- Working knowledge and experience with ISM code
vessel safety management systems--- Ability to multi-task and work
cooperatively with others.
Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to rebuild pumps and align motors to the shaft, HVAC and
Plumbing Experience
Job Responsibilities
20%: Instruction
Serves as a mentor to engineering cadets in the engine license
program. Instructs and oversees cadets performing engine
maintenance, at ZOPT, and during training sea terms or shipyard
periods. Assists in the training and development of cadets aboard
the training ship. Actively participate in Cadet Training during
sea term and school term. Assists in coordinating with the
Engineering Academic Department all aspects of engine cadet
training during summer sea term.
75% 2nd Assistant Engineer Duties
Operates and maintains ship's propulsion and auxiliary equipment.
Maintaining all machinery, equipment, auxiliary systems and spaces
in an operation and orderly state at all times and to an acceptable
industry standard with due regard to safety. Repairing, as
required, all machinery and equipment through use of ship's staff
and cadet work force or if required through outside contractor.
Performing general vessel maintenance and repair, both while
alongside and while underway on the sea terms.Assists in compiling
and maintaining complete records/logs of all engineering
departmental activities and work, including machinery logs and
annual voyage report as required. Assists in developing and
implementing the annual vessel maintenance plan that includes
outside contractor or assigned third party work, ship's work force
and cadet maintenance. Maintaining the ship's spare parts system
(NS 5/ENTERPRISE) in support of the maintenance & repair plan and
MARAD stated requirements.Assists as part of the newbuild team for
the NSMV (new training ship) in conjunction with Vessel
Construction management team and MARAD.Gives direction to crew
members in the engine department. Stands watch as assistant
engineer in the engine room during training sea terms or at other
times when the ship is underway or a necessary.
5% Other Duties
Performs other duties as assigned.
Restrictions and Other
Restricted by Patriot Act:
No
D.O.T. regulated:
Yes
Does this employee customarily and regularly exercise discretion
and independent judgment and have the authority to make important
decisions?
Yes
If Yes, give percentage of time spent in this capacity:
50%
Is this a supervisory position that has the authority to hire
employees or whose recommendations for hiring, termination or other
change of employment status are given strong consideration?
No
Employees Supervised:
3-9
Machines or equipment used in the performance of essential
duties:
Lathe 2 hours, computer 2 hours, drill press 2 hours, cutting torch
4 hours
Miscellaneous ship equipment such as:
Super-Heated Marine Boilers and related equipment, High and Low
Pressure Steam Turbines and reduction gear, Diesel Engines,
Electric Generators, Fuel Oil Purifier, Distribution Utilization
Monitoring and Control, Bow Thruster and Other Propulsion Motors,
Chillers, Refrigeration Units, Air Handlers, Compressors,
Distillers, Fan Coils, MSD Units and Associated Lift Stations,
Drill Presses, Lathes, Galley and Laundry Equipment, Deck
Machinery, Communication Equipment and Other Auxiliary Equipment-
30 hours
Other Requirements or Other Factors:
Must be present and participate during sea terms and shipyard
periods or other periods ship is away from Galveston.
Pre-employment and random testing for drugs and alcohol required by
TAMU System and University Rule (34.02.99 M1, 8.6.1) Position is
exempt from overtime. Duties may require you to work in excess of
40 hours per week. Must have own transportation when ship is in ROS
status.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a
criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon
the institution's verification of credentials and/or other
information required by the institution's procedures, including the
completion of the criminal history check. Must pass USCG/DOT drug
test prior to employment and participate in the University's random
drug testing plan for drugs and Alcohol required by TAMU System and
University Rule (34.02.99 M1, 8.6.1). Must be able to sail during
all designated underway periods, including training crises aboard
the training ship and present for shipyard periods or other periods
ship is away from Galveston.
Preferred Other Factors:
None
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a
criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon
the institution's verification of credentials and/or other
information required by the institution's procedures, including the
completion of the criminal history check.
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committed to diversity.
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