Job Category:	Tankers/Bulk	Vessel Home Port:	Norfolk, VA
Position:	Engineer, Assistant (Third)	Vessel Nationality:	US
Job Description: Third Assistant Engineer monitors the safe and efficient operation of engineering machinery, equipment and spaces, enters data in logs, and reports special events in the appropriate logs. Performs routine maintenance and repair of engine room machinery and auxiliary equipment; and observes engine/fire room repairs and work being done by shipyard or other shore side facility. Incumbent must have the ability to perform assigned duties, carry out instructions safely and efficiently, and take the initiative to perform emergency duties without specific orders or instructions. Manages the cooling water treatment of main propulsion engines and auxiliary generators and any other water-cooled engineering systems. Manages potable water, testing and treatment, storage of bulk lube oil and performs routine testing of lube oils in various engineering systems. Performs machinery overhauls, dismantle machinery and equipment, effect repairs to same by replacing or fabricating components, perform subsequent reassembles, operational testing of controls, safeties, shutdowns, and place equipment in service. Participates as a lifeboat crewmember and a firefighting and emergency response team leader. Ensures that all personnel assigned to watch are aware of their duties during scheduled drills and participates in same; and ensure that an engineering casualty drill is held at least once a day. Reports to Chief and/or First Assistant Engineer. Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Must be a United States Citizen of at least 18 years of age and possess and maintain a valid: 1. U. S. Passport with a minimum of 7 months remaining of expiration date, 2. USCG Merchant Mariners Document (MMD) or Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), with a minimum of 10 months remaining of expiration date with the following endorsement(s): Any Unlicensed Rating within the Engine Department, 3. Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) with a minimum of 10 months remaining of expiration date, 4. Licensing/Certification requirements must be valid for at least 10 months: • USCG license endorsed as: Third Assistant Engineer or above License of Steam or Motor or Gas Turbine of any horsepower, • STCW 95 Certificate • Federal EPA Universal refrigerant handling certificate/card.

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