About this role
Ingram Marine Group is seeking an Chief Engineer - Shore Based in Columbus, KY.
This position is responsible for safely assisting and completing job tasks on overhaul, dock and/or engineering projects in a timely manner including critical system installs, repairs, maintenance, and other operations including fueling, cleaning, and painting.
What you will be doing:
Able to fulfill vessel Chief Engineer job duties along with additional responsibilities Responsible for preventive and routine maintenance of vessels, equipment and dockConducting repairs to engines, pumps, motors, etc.Maintaining necessary paperworkPerforming special technical assignments as directedAssisting Chief Engineers and vendors with accomplishing repairs and maintenance underway and or dock sideAssisting with communications to vessel engineers, troubleshooting problems, training of junior engineers, gathering new ideas for all job task improvementsCommunicating Ingram Barge Company standards and policies to all vendors Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Able to safely operate aboard a vessel and perform necessary tasks within the safety guidelinesAble to perform in a fast paced environment and quickly respond to unexpected circumstances and safety concernsAble to apply mechanical and electrical skills while repairing and maintaining a vessel during assigned projectsWorking knowledge of welding, plumping, electrical, carpentry other associated conceptsAble to identify and employ appropriate safety practices in order to manage risksAble to effectively communicate and cooperate with a teamMust have creative problem solving skillsMust have the ability to trouble shoot and resolve problemsMust have current and valid driver’s licenseProven leadership skills and strong interpersonal skillsBasic skills with MS Outlook and Internet Explorer preferred Working Environment / Conditions:
High school diploma or equivalent required2 - 3 years of engine room experience requiredMust have the physical ability to transit all work environments for vessel and facility docks (i.e. lifting, climbing, confined spaces, maneuver hazardous areas)Able to bend, stoop and stand for long periods of timeAble to frequently lift, hold and carry equipment weighing up to 70 poundsAble to safely enter and exit confined spaces, ascend and descend an 8-foot ladder, and negotiate uneven and moving surfacesAble to wear and use full or half face respiratorAble to meet weight and size limits outlined in safety standard guidelinesAble to hear, understand and communicate instructions in English, particularly in emergency situationsAble to work in extreme weather (i.e. heat, cold, snow)Able to work in a fast-paced environmentAble to live and work for a minimum 14 days aboard a towboat or at a dock facilityAble to secure reliable travel to and from other facilities and/or vesselsSchedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected]
Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.
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