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POSITION SUMMARY:

Terral River Service is currently looking for a Boat Engineer for our line boats to operate, repair and maintain the various systems aboard a vessel. This position reports to the Captain on duty under the supervision of the Port Engineer.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TWIC.
• Must have at least (1) one year of qualifying experience operating and maintaining General Electric (GE) and/or Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) diesel engines and power generators.
• Extensive knowledge of marine equipment, engines, and boat systems is preferred.
• Must have and maintain a valid/current Driver’s license.
• Must have dependable transportation to designated TRS locations, no exceptions.
• Must be able to work various hours/holidays/weekends.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces.
• Must be able to work in difficult conditions with exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, wind, heat, etc.)
• Must be comfortable working aboard boats and barges.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work at protected heights up to 40 feet.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ABOUT TERRAL RIVERSERVICE, INC:

Terral RiverService (TRS) is a family owned business with a continually growing footprint of fleets, boats and barges throughout most of the inland waterway system of the United States. Our company is seeking individuals who are looking for a career in the marine industry, not just a job. Terral River Service is a community of dedicated employees. If you are interested in joining our team, please fill out our application and submit

• Operate a vessel’s propulsion systems according to the Captain on duty, which includes, but is not limited to refueling, starting the engines, and regulating engine speed and power as directed.
• Engineers perform routine propulsion maintenance; isolate malfunctions observed during operation and perform repairs. Perform minor repairs on vessel systems (engines, generators, etc.)
• Performs general maintenance and repair work which includes, but is not limited to electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, ventilation, heating and cooling systems.
• Record and maintain engineering logs, such as speed and direction change orders and gauge readings.
• Maintain a vessel’s inventory of mechanical parts and supplies.
• Communicate concerns & job-related issues to the Port Engineer and Captain.
• General boat cleaning and upkeep.
• Performs other related duties as assigned