Third Assistant Engineer - Seaward Services - Alakai

Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100‑year history, its portfolio includes water‑ and land‑based experiences and ferry services. City Experiences offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours. City Ferry is the largest private operator of high‑speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the U.S., carrying more than 10 million passengers annually. Hornblower Group’s subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine and Seaward Services, Inc.

The company operates in over 10 countries and 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, with additional offices worldwide.

The Third Assistant Engineer is responsible for upkeep and maintenance of the vessel’s engineering plant. The Alakai is a high‑speed passenger and car ferry traveling between Maine and Nova Scotia. Rotation is usually 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off.

• Maintenance and operation of vessel systems within legal requirements of USCG, FCC and other regulatory agencies. Participate in the safe operation of the vessel as required within USCG regulations.
• Report any problems to the Chief Engineer immediately. Understudy the Chief Engineer and be able to act in his absence. Perform all duties normally expected of a vessel’s Third Assistant Engineer and operate the vessel within the parameters of the IMO‑HSC.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance as per maintenance schedule. Properly stock and inventory the vessel’s spare parts. Process and pump sewage and oily water tanks when needed. Assist shore technicians as required. Maintain daily logs. Make emergency repairs when needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean engine room. Train new engineers as required. Ensure that performance and behavior of engineers meets legal and professional requirements.
• Conduct drills with Marine and Non‑marine crew as directed by the Master or with engineering crew.
• Work in a marine environment in both indoor and outdoor conditions with exposure to various temperatures and weather conditions, along with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Work subject to varying levels of motion, movement and vibration.
• The Second Assistant Engineer both lives and works onboard a vessel on a rotational basis.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred from a maritime academy or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum Third Assistant Engineer Unlimited Horsepower USCG License.
• STCW 95 Certificate.
• Valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Valid U.S. Passport.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to use independent judgment and discretion to develop and execute innovative solutions to engineering problems.
• Superior mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, electronic, and other engineering management skills on a large motor vessel.
• Appropriate management and administrative skills.
• Proven training and mentoring techniques.
• Thorough understanding of all‑pertinent regulations and laws.
• Clear and effective oral and written communication.
• Logical and independent planning, organization and completion of work assignments.
• Well‑developed interpersonal skills.
• High standards of performance.
• Initiative and ability to progress on multiple assignments under time constraints.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, critical thinking and decision‑making skills.
• High‑speed passenger vessel experience preferred.
• Water‑jet experience preferred.
• Specific training and experience in management of major on‑board systems by type and brand.
• Excellent career record in the marine industry.
• Maintain compliance with USCG physical standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods; ability to work long hours each day.
• Ability to bend, rotate and reach frequently.
• Ability to carry, push, pull or lift materials weighing up to 50 lb.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs or ladders safely.
• Ability to manipulate, handle and grip materials required to perform the job.
• Ability to maneuver through, into and around small and confined areas within the vessel.
• Maintain static and…