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Looking for a career full of adventure and possibilities? Explore your next chapter at Clipper Vacations. Since 1986, our focus has been on helping create amazing memories for travelers from around the world while making travel easy. We are the leading travel and tourism company for the Pacific Northwest, owning and operating Seattle’s iconic Victoria Clippers and offering opportunities to getaway to destinations such as Victoria, Vancouver, Portland, Whistler and Vancouver Island for sightseeing, outdoor adventures, culinary tours, whale watching and more.
We are a progressive company that encourages creativity, innovation and a focus on providing outstanding service to our customers. We consider our employees to be our most valuable assets and work hard to promote a positive, fun and respectful working environment. If you enjoy good employee benefits and being part of the vibrant Seattle waterfront, this position might be just the thing!
Relief Chief Engineer/2nd Engineer
Clipper Vacations is seeking a Relief Chief Engineer/2nd Engineer to serve primarily onboard our largest vessel, the Victoria Clipper V. This is a flexible position that could be a good fit for someone seeking part-time work or looking for additional income while in Seattle between shipping rotations. Relief work is primarily needed during peak months between May and September, but additional shifts may be available in the winter months and during shipyard periods.
The position is compensated with a competitive hourly wage for all hours worked and shift range from 8 to 12+ hours with the ability to return home each evening.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (not limited to the following):
· Manage the operation of machinery aboard, including MTU 4000 engines, Volvo generators, ZF reduction gears, KaMeWa jet drives, and additional auxiliary equipment
· Perform maintenance in machinery and other technical spaces according to ship specific planned maintenance system
· Assist with scheduled/unscheduled maintenance repairs
· Perform periodical safety rounds on machinery and in other technical spaces
Qualifications and Skills Required:
· MMC license with STCW III/2 qualification (Marine Engineering at Management Level)
· US Passport and TWIC
· No DUI/DWI, negligent driving or felony convictions (this can disqualify entry to Canada)
· Pass a required Pre-Employment Drug Screen (including Marijuana) and submit to random USCG drug tests
· Complete a USCG Medical Fitness exam and obtain Cyprus seafarer’s documents (paid for by Clipper)
· Hold a Seafarer Record Book
· Able to life 70 lbs.
· Available to work any shift, including weekends and holidays
· Always punctual, reliable, a team player and strong work ethic
- Strong verbal, written and presentation skills
- Ability to travel regionally and in Canada
This is a round trip operations between Seattle and Victoria. The vessel lays up in Seattle nightly. There are no sleeping accommodations on board.
Salary Commensurate with experience
Company Overview: Clipper Navigation, Inc. dba Clipper Vacations – is well known as the travel experts for the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada. Since 1986, Clipper has provided transportation, tours and accommodation packages for over 8 million customers. Clipper Vacations offers opportunities to experience picturesque and popular destinations such as: cosmopolitan Seattle or Vancouver, quaint Victoria, the peaceful San Juan Islands, the hub of Portland, and Vancouver Island.
Disclaimer statement: This job description is intended only to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills or abilities required or persons so classified or assigned.
It is the policy of Clipper Navigation, Inc., not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, religion, marital status, citizenship, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, national origin, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by law.
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