Chief marine engineers for ferry boats making $145,799 per year

The city is hiring chief marine engineers to supervise and direct the operation of ferry boats throughout New York City's waterways. The salary is $145,799 per year. The application period runs through Feb. 24.

THE JOB

Chief Marine Engineers, under general direction, supervise and direct the operation of the main propulsion equipment and auxiliaries of a diesel direct or diesel electric powered ferryboat.

Chief Marine Engineers supervise and direct all members of the below-deck team; supervise and direct the operation, maintenance and minor or emergency repair of the main propulsion equipment, boilers, auxiliaries, electrical equipment, steering engines, pumps and fuel tanks on New York City ferryboats; perform all duties of inspection officer and team leader for below decks; supervise and direct the care, storage and use of fuel on board ship; ensure that machinery and systems are operated in accordance with safety management system requirements, United States Coast Guard and departmental regulations pertaining to the operation of engine equipment of ferryboats and ensure specified documents and records are properly maintained.

Chief Marine Engineers may be required to work various shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

Some of the physical activities performed by Chief Marine Engineers and environmental conditions experienced are: walking up and down steep gangways, ladders and stairs wearing flotation coats; communicating orally in a noisy environment; standing watch aboard ship which requires good vision and hearing; using speed and agility during shipboard emergencies; and lifting equipment weighing up to 100 pounds, and other physical Chief Marine Engineer related work.

TO QUALIFY

By the last day of the Application Period you must have:

1. A valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with endorsement as a Chief Engineer of Motor Vessels of unlimited horsepower; or a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with endorsement as a Chief Engineer (Limited) of Motor Vessels of unlimited horsepower;

and

2. A valid U.S. Coast Guard medical certificate without restriction for applicable service; and

3. A valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) issued by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Medical guidelines have been established for the position of Chief Marine Engineer. Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position of Chief Marine Engineer. Where appropriate, a reasonable accommodation will be provided for a person with a disability to enable him or her to take the examination, and/or to perform the essential functions of the job.

City residency is not required for this position.

You must be able to understand and be understood in English.

For more information and to apply go to https://www.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/exam-schedules-open-competitive-exams.page