Boston Towing & Transportation is seeking a licensed Chief Engineer holding a USCG DDE Unlimited endorsement for a full-time position aboard one of our Boston-based towing vessels.

This is a local Boston Harbor position operating on a short-hitch, equal-time rotation, anticipated to be 1 week on / 1 week off. Our operation is primarily based in Boston Harbor, providing an opportunity for local mariners looking for a predictable schedule without extended hitches away from home.

This is a Teamsters Local 25 union position with overtime opportunities, holiday incentives, paid vacation, health benefits, and retirement benefits.

Applicants should be local to the Boston/New England area or able to reliably report to the vessel in Boston. Travel to and from the vessel is not provided.

Minimum Qualification
Valid USCG DDE Unlimited endorsement
Valid MMC and medical certificate
Ability to meet applicable USCG and company requirements
Tugboat or similar commercial marine engineering experience preferred
Position Responsibilities

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and readiness of all main propulsion, auxiliary machinery, and vessel engineering systems and must remain knowledgeable of the vessel's operational readiness and any limitations resulting from planned or unplanned outages.

Responsibilities include:

Responsible for the engine room and overall condition of the vessel's engineering spaces.
Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain main propulsion machinery, generators, auxiliary machinery, and vessel systems.
Ensure vessel equipment is maintained in accordance with company, USCG, and applicable ABS requirements.
Maintain accurate engineering logs, maintenance records, and other required documentation.
Identify machinery and system deficiencies and remedy them when practical.
Report machinery deficiencies and repair requirements to the Master and shoreside maintenance personnel.
Request and maintain appropriate engine-room spares, stores, lubricants, and supplies.
Serve as the designated Person in Charge for fuel-oil transfers and bunkering operations.
Conduct fueling, lubrication, potable-water loading, and other vessel servicing in accordance with company procedures and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Ensure proper handling and discharge of bilge water, sewage, slops, and solid waste in accordance with vessel procedures and applicable regulations.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance as required by the Master, Port Engineer, or Marine Superintendent.
Operate vessel machinery and engineering systems as operationally required.
Assist with line handling and deck operations when required.

The successful candidate will work closely with the vessel's Master and shoreside maintenance team to ensure the vessel remains safe, reliable, and ready for service.