Second Assistant Engineer - Alaska Marine Highway System

POSITION SUMMARY
As a 2nd Assistant Engineer, you will oversee the safe and efficient operation of engineering machinery, equipment, and spaces, logging all relevant data. Your responsibilities include conducting routine maintenance and repairs on engine room machinery and auxiliary equipment, as well as supervising repairs performed by ship crew, technicians contracted in shipyards or other shore-side facilities.

In addition to your crucial role in monitoring and ensuring the functionality of the engineering systems, you will actively participate as a leader in lifeboat and emergency response teams. A key aspect of your role involves ensuring a professional watch, ensuring that all personnel are well-informed and execute their duties effectively. Reporting to the Chief Engineer and/or First Assistant Engineer, you will not only manage the technical aspects of the role but also undertake any other assigned duties to contribute to the overall success of the team.

POSITION DETAILS
The purpose of this position is to make complete rounds of the MSD room, auxiliary engine room, main engine room, and shaft alleys once each hour. Alternate rounds with oiler’s required rounds. Log engine temperatures, monitor systems, port and starboard main engine, and generators. Order, store, and inventory parts. Inspect A/C compressors and control panels. Stand watch. Monitor fluid levels. Sound lube and fuel oil. Clean, oil, and lube all machinery, strainers, and filters. Transfer fuel. Perform start up and shut down procedures. Monitor engines while on standby. Perform preventative maintenance. Inspect steering gear. Check ship’s refrigeration boxes. Check bilges for water. Instruct and train oiler.

Please note: Working onboard the ships is a physically and mentally demanding career. The nature of the shipboard positions requires Second Assistant Engineer personnel who can endure working long hours and being away from shore for extended periods of time. Employees must have the ability to perform required duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

ROUTES AND CHANGE PORTS

AMHS operates in two distinctive routes. The Southeast (SE) route serves the communities between Bellingham, WA and Skagway, AK. The majority of AMHS vessels operate on this route. The other, more remote route is the Southwest (SW), which includes the communities between Cordova and the Aleutian Chain. The Change Ports (crew change locations) for each route is listed below;

Southeast (SE): Ketchikan, Juneau
Southwest (SW): Homer, Valdez

Please note: This position requires employees report to designated change ports in Alaska for their work assignments. Employees are responsible for their own travel expenses between their physical residence and their designated change port. Commuting between home in Lower 48 and change ports in Alaska is not a financially viable option for most crew.

SCHEDULE & ASSIGNMENTS
AMHS vessels operate in a 24/7 work environment with variable crewing schedule. In general, periodic crew assignments are based on a 2 Weeks-On and 2 Weeks-Off rotation with some exceptions. On vessels operating in Southwest route, your assignment duration will depend on the lengths of the absence of the crew member you relieve. Once onboard, the daily schedule during each assignment may vary from 8 hours to 12 hours depending on the route/vessel. Vessel supervisor set work schedule upon signing on to the vessel that may include split shifts. Crew members may be asked to fill in a higher paying position after the crew change if a vacancy occurs (temporary upgrades). Crew lists are posted periodically by AMHS dispatch office which handles all crew scheduling related matters. Please note: Work assignments are scheduled by the Dispatch desk, based on the fluctuating operational needs and in accordance with the for more information). AMHS will not pursue a candidate if deemed unfeasible.

BACKGROUND CHECKS
Candidates interested in applying for this position should be aware that they will be subject to separate background checks by multiple agencies during the recruitment and documentation process. This is a safety sensitive position with the State of Alaska which has direct contact of the public. Successful candidates will serve as a public agent and be required to perform duties in a safe, reliable, and highly ethical manner. Applicants are required to provide true and complete information during the recruitment process. If you intentionally or unintentionally conceal or otherwise provide a false statement of material fact in your application, it will result in permanent loss of eligibility for employment with the State of Alaska. Employer may require additional information (i.e. judgment papers) before rendering a hiring decision.

DOCUMENTATION
Legible copies of the required documents must be received and verified by our recruitment desk before a prospective hire can attend the new hire orientation.

NEW HIRE ORIENTATION (NHO)
Successful candidates may attend the New Hire Orientation to complete the hiring process. Once the final hiring paperwork is done and the NHO is completed a new hire will be eligible for dispatch.

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:

Name: Alexia de Hoyos

Title: Recruitment Coordinator

Email: alexia.dehoyos@alaska.gov