Job Description

Marine Engineer

The New Orleans Paddlewheels - Creole Queen, an authentic Paddlewheel, powered by a 24 foot diameter paddlewheel and the most modern, fuel efficient diesel-electric system ever installed in a boat of this class is now hiring a Marine Engineer, Full-time and Part-time. The Creole Queen cruises daily, which allows you to be home every night!

Job Purpose:

• To maintain, operate, and repair all vessel electrical and mechanical systems

Qualification/Education/Skills:

• U.S. Coast Guard Licensed (2000 H.P.) with a minimum of 2 years Engineering experience
• Preferred experience with Diesel Electric (SCR)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good understanding of all maritime rules and regulations
• Must possess working knowledge of vessel, and be able to maintain equipment in all areas of vessel
• Professional dress and demeanor

Essential Functions:

• Overseeing and maintaining all vessel systems
• Performing preventative maintenance program on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
• Keeping vessel maintenance records, inventories, accounting reports, and requisitions
• Conducting periodic inspections to ensure the crew is observing all U.S. Coast Guard and safety regulations
• Making safe and rational decisions concerning vessel operation and maintenance
• Recognizing unsafe conditions on vessel

Work Environment:

• Interior and exterior of vessel, exposed to extreme weather
• Transitioning from deck to deck via stairs
• Cramped machinery spaces, including rotating equipment

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and sitting - up to 12 hours per day
• Lifting up to 100 lbs., bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, pulling, pushing more than 5 times per hour/shift
• Acute hearing and vision
• Must be able to pass U.S. Coast Guard physical and drug screen (Pre-Employment and Random)

New Orleans Paddlewheels, Inc. offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. EOE/DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

**It is not our practice to ask for personal information prior to our on-boarding process. We conduct in-person interviews with all of our candidates. Should you ever be asked to give out any of your personal information, please contact our Human Resources Department.**

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