The New Orleans Paddlewheels - Creole Queen , an authentic Paddlewheel, powered by a 24 foot diameter paddlewheel and the most modern, fuel efficient diesel-electric system ever installed in a boat of this class is now hiring a Marine Engineer, Full-time and Part-time. The Creole Queen cruises daily, which allows you to be home every night!SIGN-ON BONUS: $10,000 --- $2,500 after 30 days, $2,500 after 90 days, and $5,000 after 6 months
Job Purpose:
- To maintain, operate, and repair all vessel electrical and mechanical systems
Qualification/Education/Skills:
- U.S. Coast Guard Licensed (2000 H.P.) with a minimum of 2 years Engineering experience
- Preferred experience with Diesel Electric (SCR)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good understanding of all maritime rules and regulations
- Must possess working knowledge of vessel, and be able to maintain equipment in all areas of vessel
- Professional dress and demeanor
Essential Functions:
- Overseeing and maintaining all vessel systems
- Performing preventative maintenance program on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
- Keeping vessel maintenance records, inventories, accounting reports, and requisitions
- Conducting periodic inspections to ensure the crew is observing all U.S. Coast Guard and safety regulations
- Making safe and rational decisions concerning vessel operation and maintenance
- Recognizing unsafe conditions on vessel
Work Environment:
- Interior and exterior of vessel, exposed to extreme weather
- Transitioning from deck to deck via stairs
- Cramped machinery spaces, including rotating equipment
Physical Requirements:
- Standing and sitting - up to 12 hours per day
- Lifting up to 100 lbs., bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, pulling, pushing more than 5 times per hour/shift
- Acute hearing and vision
- Must be able to pass U.S. Coast Guard physical and drug screen (Pre-Employment and Random)
New Orleans Paddlewheels, Inc. offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. EOE/DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
It is not our practice to ask for personal information prior to our on-boarding process. We conduct in-person interviews with all of our candidates. Should you ever be asked to give out any of your personal information, please contact our Human Resources Department.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.