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Every team member plays a role in bringing the adventure to life. Operating seven vessels carrying 22 to 86 guests, we explore destinations, including Alaska, Hawaii, Baja California, and Costa Rica.\nPERKS\nHeath care benefits (medical, dental, vision)\n\n401k with employer match (qualifications required)\n\nCredential reimbursement (qualifications required)\n\nTravel provided to and from the vessel\n\nRotation schedule\n\nJOB SUMMARY\nThe Chief Engineer position begins in shipyard (Seattle, WA) over the winter months prior to the summer 2026 Alaska Sailing Season. The Chief Engineer will work a rotational schedule during the season.\nThe Chief Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, operation, and repair of all vessel systems. On our larger vessels the Chief Engineer manages Assistant Engineer. The Chief Engineer reports to the Master of the vessel and will assist the Master in communicating and enforcing all company policies and procedures.\nQUALIFICATIONS\nMaritime Engineering School Graduate in good standing and/or a Designated Duty Engineer License, or equivalent, preferred.\n\nTwo years experience as Engineer onboard similar sized passenger vessels preferred.\n\nStrong knowledge of diesel propulsion and electrical generating systems, fuel centrifuges, air compressors, pumps, hydraulics, water makers, hotel systems, plumbing, refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning.\n\nMaintain professional demeanor at all times.\n\nStrong time management skills: able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.\n\nCrisis management: work well under pressure, act quickly and decisively using sound judgment.\n\nComputer experience: Microsoft programs Excel, Word, and SharePoint are required.\n\nRequired Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:\nGovernment ID (REAL ID Compliant) or Passport \n\nCPR / First Aid / AED \n\nTWIC\n\nDrug/Alcohol Test Specimen Collector (Company Provided)\n\nESSENTIAL DUTIES\nRepair and Maintenance:\nMaintain the ship in a state of readiness at all times.\n\nMaintain potable water and auto chlorination system.\n\nMaintain black water/gray water/waste tanks, treatment, and testing program.\n\nMonitor and ensures completion of all deficiencies noted in Cabin Maintenance Notebook.\n\nOversee all fuel, oil and Potable water bunkering operations and ensures safety and environmental compliance.\n\nOversee and maintain vessel systems including engineering, deck and hotel department preventative maintenance programs on a daily, weekly and monthly basis with the support of the Assistant Engineer.\n\nProactively participates in drydocking, shipyard repair and maintenance periods.\n\nSupervisory:\nDirectly supervises the Assistant Engineer (where applicable). \n\nMonitors and counsels work performance throughout the year and conducts written performance evaluations. \n\nTrains all new and relief Chief Engineers and Assistant Engineers.\n\n Administrative:\nKeep vessel maintenance records, inventories, and voyage status reports. Make proposals for maintenance and repair projects. \n\nAssist in building the annual shipyard budget and manage projects to the established budget.\n\nMaintain log sheets for all equipment.\n\nOversee all accounting reports, inventory and requisitions regarding equipment maintenance.\n\n Track all vessel Non-Conformity Reports and Equipment Deficiencies in the company PMP (HELM) program for vessels \n\n Safety and Security:\nFollow company safety and pollution prevention policies and procedures and will request supervisory assistance/guidance when necessary.\n\nConduct periodic inspections to ensure that crew observes regulations pertaining to safe vessel operation.\n\nPrepare the vessel for all U.S. Coast Guard annual drydocks and other inspections.\n\nParticipate in shore side and on-board training as required by the company. \n\nMaintain familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System including Emergency Response Activities.\n\nCommunication Skills:\nThe Chief Engineer will interact with our passengers daily and must be professional and engaging at all times. Must be able to interpret maritime technical literature and governmental regulations. Must be able to verbalize and write technical information clearly and precisely.\nONBOARD ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / EMPLOYMENT COMPLIANCE\nLiving Conditions - Crew live in close quarters with 4 to 8 people of all genders per room depending on the vessel. Having your own room is not an option due to limited berthing.\nLength of Work Shift - Physically able to work 12 hours per day, 7 days a week for 6 to 8 weeks at a time. Rotations off the vessel are usually 2 to 3 weeks.\nMobility - Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, kneeling, crawling, and pushing/pulling. Must ascend and descend stairs and ladders, sometimes while carrying tools or objects. Able to stand or sit for long periods of time.\nHandling & Strength - Able to handle, lift, and lower objects totaling 50 pounds between the ground/deck level to a height of about 4 to 6 feet, and able to repeat these movements. Able to carry these objects up to 100 feet continuously for 20 minutes.\nEnvironmental Conditions - Able to work in all weather conditions, around loud noise, in small spaces, and fit through a 28-inch wide hatch.\nDOT Drug Testing - In compliance with USCG regulations, must pass a pre-employment drug test and additional in-season testing per federal guidelines.\nAllergens - This position requires working with and/or being around raw and cooked shellfish, cleaning chemicals and other known allergens.\nMedical Review - A medical review is required. Must be medically fit to work onboard for safety and compliance.\nBASE PAY\n$415 - $487/day - Wage is based on Vessel Placement\nPay Range\n$415—$487 USD\nDISCLAIMER STATEMENT \nThis job description is intended only to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills or abilities required or persons so classified or assigned. 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