What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer position at E?
As an Engineer, this position operates, maintains and makes basic repairs to mechanical equipment and systems, including vessel engine(s), on an assigned vessel under the guidance of the Port Engineer.
A person in this role will be expected to:
- Prioritize safety above all else, including being knowledgeable of and accurately following company policies and procedures
- Ensure that assigned mechanical maintenance and repair work is carried out safely, efficiently, and according to established procedures
- Timely notify vessel master and related parties of any safety issues or concerns
- Cooperatively and professionally follow orders from vessel Captain/Master (and his/her relief)
- Create a positive work environment for all crew members onboard the vessel
- Communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with vessel crew, operations teams, and corporate office team
- Effectively work with vessel crew to complete customer jobs in a timely and efficient manner
A person in this role can expect to complete tasks similar to the following:
- Repair Duties
- Respond promptly to problems according to approved procedures
- Troubleshoot issues with vessel mechanical equipment
- Perform basic repairs to vessel machinery
- Consult with Port Engineer for major mechanical issues
- Maintenance Duties
- Proactively carry out established preventative maintenance programs in a timely manner on equipment such as generators, compressors, electric motors, etc.
- Oil and grease moving parts such as gears, shafts, and bearings
- Read pressure and temperature gauges, taking readings and measurements as required
- Other related equipment maintenance as directed.
- Safety Duties
- Reporting any hazardous or unsafe condition to the master and making “on-the-spot” corrections when capable.
- Keep work area clean and free of hazards
To be successful in this role, an applicant should have:
- Previous experience in maritime industry
- PREFERRED: Previous related experience in Engineering capacity
| Work Environment | Physical Demands | Travel Requirements | Work Schedule |
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The Engineer works on floating vessels and are regularly required to perform manual labor outside in all weather conditions year round. Some work may be performed in vessel cabin as needed. | This position will be regularly required to crouch and stoop to get into areas with restricted headroom, to climb ladders and to lift and carry 50-75 lbs. There may be exposure to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially hazardous equipment. The ability to board vessels underway in routine sea conditions is necessary. | Engineers typically depart from a designated dock and travel onboard the vessel for the duration of their shift. Travel from one port location to another may be required from time to time and land transportation is provided by the company when needed. |
Engineers at our Palm Beach location generally work a 10-days on/5-days off schedule, working a 12-hour shift each day while onboard the vessel. This position may be eligible to work Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week subject to additional hours on weekends in case of emergency. |
About E. N. Bisso:
E.N. Bisso is a unique company incorporating the best qualities of a family-owned business with those of an established and professionally managed organization. Every employee at E. N. Bisso, both ashore and afloat, is valued and respected for his/her contribution to the company’s overall success.
E.N. Bisso provides ship-assist/harbor tug services in seven ports: New Orleans/the Mississippi River; Gulfport, Mississippi; Port Canaveral, Florida Miami, Florida; Port Everglades, Florida; Tampa Bay, Florida and Palm Beach, Florida. Ship-assist/harbor tug services include docking/undocking ships/ATBs, as well as Escort, Hold-In and Stand-by services.
Our mission is to provide our customers with exceptional service, service that not only meets their needs but is always safe, timely and efficient.
Our team works with the company’s five core values in mind:
SAFETY, above all else.
Exceptional SERVICE to our customers.
An ENTREPRENEURIAL way of thinking.
NO surprises.
Prioritize and EXECUTE with a sense of urgency.
Our people are the core of what makes us successful. We strive to create a great place to work by providing best-in-class benefits, training, development, and career growth opportunities. At E.N. Bisso, we care about the wellbeing of our employees, and it shows through our long-tenured team and low turn-over rate.
