Training Vessel Engineer (part-time temporary)

Opportunity Description Seattle Maritime Academy is looking to hire a Vessel Engineer for the Training Vessel Maritime Instructor. The salary range for this position is: $40/hr. This is a part-time temporary opportunity Open for continuous recruitment Position Summary The Training Vessel Engineer will oversee mechanical operations, perform repair and maintenance tasks, stand watches in the engine room and interact with students. They are responsible for the safe operation of the vessel while supervising instructors, students, and passengers onboard. They assist the Vessel Training Captain in operation of the vessel and are the default second-in-command in the event of the Captain's incapacitation. The training vessel Maritime Instructor is an 82' ex-USCG Point-Class cutter that is used in our 1-year Marine Deck Technology and Marine Engineering Technology Programs to give students underway experience onboard a commercial vessel. It is powered by twin 750hp Caterpillar diesel propulsion engines and two Detroit diesel generators. The vessel COI requires a Master and a Deckhand for voyages of less than 12hrs. This position is 12 hrs/week maximum during Fall quarter (8am-2pm Wednesday & Friday), 24hrs/week maximum during the Winter quarter (8am-8pm Tuesday & Thursday), and 36hrs/week maximum during the Spring quarter (8am-8pm Tuesday & Thursday, 8am-2pm Wednesday & Friday). Additional hours may be added for special cruises but is not common. This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-SPS About Us We are a district of three distinct colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation. Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities. Application Procedures: Attached current Resume Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job Required application materials must be completed and submitted online Notice to Applicants: Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. What you will be working on: Maintain a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure safe conduct of self and students while performing up to 12-hour watches. Start-up and shut-down Main Engines and Generators. Supervise and perform vessel refueling following onboard procedures. Maintain clean bilges throughout the vessel. Confirm the engine room logs and reporting paperwork are completed at the end of each trip. Assist in emergency situations, including launching life rafts, responding to fire or flood, etc. Assist students with watch standing and tracing systems. Assist with docking and handling of mooring lines. Perform duties as assigned by the Captain. Complete all pre-underway and shut-down checklists. Follow SMA Oil Spill Prevention guidelines. Perform vessel maintenance tasks. Ensure that the Captain is immediately notified when an accident or incident occurs. Transfer from shore to ship power and vice-versa. Pump sewage to shore as required. Participate in emergency drills. Respond to emergencies as per the ships station bill. Assist in deck operations when required. Attend the pre-underway safety meeting with the vessel crew and passengers. Maintain a valid USCG license, credentials, medical card and all relevant documents. Submit payroll information at the end of each workday. This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this posting. What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience) Required Qualifications 2 years of experience operating vessels as a QMED or higher, graduate of SMAs QMED Program, or equivalent experience in other marine engineering environments Valid USCG MMC Valid Medical Certificate with no color vision restrictions. Valid 1st Aid and CPR Certifications. Preferred Qualifications USCG Basic Training endorsement USCG Advanced Firefighting endorsement USCG Lifeboatman / PSC endorsement USCG Train the Trainer USCG Drill Instructor Other Submit to and pass a background check. Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident/incident testing. Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources. PHYSICAL SETTING: Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants: Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and motorized equipment Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students Physical ability to perform required work, including (but not limited to) the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, and to walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, reach, grasp, push and pull on a regular to continuous basis Work is performed throughout the campus in a variety of weather conditions and encounters noises typical of these settings Working Conditions While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock and vibration, and noise. Physical Requirements Ability to bend, rotate and reach frequently. Ability to carry, push/pull and/or lift materials weighing upwards of 50 lbs. Ability to step over a 24 sill. Ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely. Ability to manipulate/handle/grip materials required to perform job. Ability to maneuver through/in/around small and/or confined areas within the vessel. Must be able to maintain both static and dynamic standing balance to complete various duties associated with job. Must be capable of performing emergency duties as listed in the vessels station bill. Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including cyberbullying. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Director of Legal Compliance. Background Check Statement Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.