Third Assistant Engineer
Third Assistant Engineer directs and performs maintenance and repair work on the Engineering Department's ship systems in accordance with manufacturers and shipbuilder's technical manuals and NOAA policy as directed by supervising engineer. Directs the activities of unlicensed engineering personnel while on watch or performing maintenance. Responsible for the maintenance and operational requirements that ensure safe and effective operation of the engineering, electrical, or electrical systems that may be assigned to him/her. Keeps required records, logs, and reports. Stands engine room watches at sea or in port; may be on call during non-normal duty hours as required. Performs other mission related duties as assigned, including duties related to the safety of the vessel and personnel.
Permanent position(s) may be assigned to either full time 2.1 rotation or within Relief Pool.
$93,276.00 to $105,754.00
Base Salary listed; salary does not reflect Overtime Earned.
Recruitment Incentive may be authorized. OMAO is authorizing a Recruitment Bonus up to $10,000.00 for eligible applicants for a two (2) year service commitment.
Applicants must submit their application through OMAO's Wage Mariner Hiring Portal, https://marinerhiring.noaa.gov/
Any questions may be directed to the Civilian Personnel Management Division via email at moc.recruiting@noaa.gov
LICENSING AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a current United States Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Third Assistant Engineer Motor endorsement/license with appropriate tonnage and horsepower for specific ship(s).
Must possess the USCG Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping (STCW) with Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW) STCW III/I
STCW III/5 Able Seafarer Engine.
Must possess a United States Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Medical Certificate.
As a conditional of employment, your position will be a Mixed Tour position. Mixed Tour of duty is a combination of full time, part time and intermittent work schedules which allows the best utilization of resources based on the work requirements of the organization. You will be required to sign a Mixed Tour Agreement.
Once selected, you may be sent to any vessel nationwide. There is no guarantee that you will be assigned to any particular vessel or geographic location, however, your duty location will be determined by your home of record or ship’s home port. Duty locations are Norfolk, VA; Charleston, SC; Woods Hole, MA; Pascagoula, MS; Newport, OR; Kodiak, AK; Ketchikan, AK; San Diego, CA; Honolulu, HI; Newport, RI; New Castle, NH.
Must be suitable for Federal employment. (Pass pre-employment drug test, security and physical examination).
Salary will be determined by locality and class of vessel.
A two-year Trial period may be required.
Applicant must be able to obtain and hold a US Passport.
Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable www.sss.gov
Applicant must be a United States citizen of at least 18 years of age.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical requirements in accordance with OMAO Medical Policy. USCG Medical Clearance examinations are required to include a pre-placement examination(s) as a condition of employment per OMAO policy. All Mariners must meet immunization requirements. Position is subject to Health and Human Services (HHS) and Department of Transportation (DOT) randomized and pre-employment drug testing.
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: Employee must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance for the Third Assistant Engineer position. Position is designated as a Safety-Sensitive.
Attend and successfully complete all mandatory training courses.
Be ready, willing, and able to physically perform the duties of this position.
Be ready, willing, and able to work in a shipboard environment and wear protective equipment.
NOTE: The tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to report to any of the scheduled appointments - fails the physical examination, fails the drug test, suitability or unable to obtain the required security clearance.