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The Challenge

We are looking for a Ferry Oiler to join our Hatteras Ferry Operations team.

In this role you will:

• Assist the Ferry Chief Engineer in the operation and maintenance of engines and equipment on one of the largest ferry fleets in North America.
• Inspect, operate, and maintain all engines and auxiliary equipment while the vessel is underway.
• Perform minor and preventive maintenance while underway and assisting major motor overhauls while dry-docked.
• Follow all safety and Homeland Security rules and regulations.
• Assist our chief engineer in the operation and maintenance of engines, generators, steering gears, pumps and similar auxiliary equipment.
• Assist in making minor emergency repairs while underway.
• Inspect and grease steering gears; change oil filters, pack pumps and perform other preventative maintenance work as directed by chief engineer in accordance with procedures and regulations.
• In conjunction with chief engineer, maintain and operate all firefighting equipment.
• Maintain a daily log on machinery operations, such as oil changes, quantity of fuel aboard, and repairs made to engines.
• Assist our marine mechanic in making major repairs and overhauls on motors and auxiliary equipment.

What You Bring

• Knowledge of US Coast Guard rules and regulations on occupational hazards and safety precautions for engine room work aboard ferries.
• Knowledge of the marine engine room.
• Skills required to maintain constant awareness of engines, generators, and switchboard conditions.
• Knowledge of the proper use of hand tools and gauges.

Education & Experience

You must possess a:

• Valid US Coast Guard Oiler Certificate.
• Valid MMC document.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential Card (TWIC) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Notes

• Your work will be performed under direct observation for safe and efficient operation of all equipment.
• Your work shift will be 7 days on and 7 days off.
• A COPY OF YOUR TWIC AND VALID MMC DOCUMENT MUST BE INCLUDED IN YOUR APPLICATION AND PRESENTED AT YOUR INTERVIEW.

To learn more and get your TWIC go to: https://www.dco.uscg.mil/nmc/twic

To learn more and get your Able Seaman Certificate (MMC) go to: https://www.dco.uscg.mil/Portals/9/NMC/pdfs/helpful_links/how_to_obtain_mmc.pdf

Questions?

Call me: René Basnight at 252-423-5125.

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