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Hornblower Cruises and Events

General Maintenance - City Cruises

Hornblower Cruises and Events, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


City Cruises is seeking a General Maintenance for our Marine operations in Chicago, IL.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences' RESPECT Service System.

About the Opportunity:

Do you share City Cruises passion for providing amazing experiences? If you're an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Under the direction of Port Engineer and/or Marine Mechanic - Maintenance and repair of vessel systems, and troubleshooting as needed, ie...

Daily Engine Checks on all VesselsRoutine Checks of all Kitchen EquipmentRoutine Maintenance of all Onboard EquipmentRepair of any Defective EquipmentAssist Vendors to Facilitate RepairsImplementation of Preventative Maintenance ProgramMechanical AptitudeDiesel EnginesFabricationTool Usage

PlumbingFuel SystemsWater Systems

Electrical12/24 Volt110/208 Volt480 Volt

Hydraulic (Steering Systems)Kitchen EquipmentCooking EquipmentDishwashing EquipmentHot and Cold Holding Equipment

Provide exceptional hospitality to guests and coworkers as prescribed in Our Service System (OSS)Follow safety procedures in order to ensure the protection of passengers and vesselParticipate in routine safety drills to prepare for major incidentsHandle lines to moor vessels to pierStand watch in ships' bows, sterns, or bridge wings in order to look for obstructions in a ship's path or to locate navigational aids such as buoys and lighthousesAssist Captain and supervisory personnel in maintaining vessel equipment and systems such as HVAC, engine, and technical equipmentMaintain the cleanliness and safety of all common areasSweep, mop, and wash down decks and exterior to remove dirt, and debris, using brooms, mops, brushes, and hosesLoad or unload materials from vessels; gather and remove trash from vesselService, clean, and supply restroomsBe prepared to begin work at scheduled timeMaintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standardsOther duties as assigned by the Captain or First Mate on dutyAdditional job duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) preferredMust be at least eighteen (18) years of agePre-employment and on-going random drug testing is required for all marine personnelMust be able to effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to guests and coworkersMust possess a service orientation - actively looking for ways to help othersEnergetic and enthusiastic personality essentialWill work for extended periods of time without sittingMust be able to lift up to fifty (50) poundsMust be able to throw mooring lines from ship to pierMust have normal color vision to accurately interpret navigational lights and color-sensitive system and safety displaysMay be required to apply for a Transportation Workers ID CardWill be required to be available for work on all major holidays

About Us:

City Cruises' passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you're an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

The RESPECT Service System

embodies City Cruises' mission, vision, values, and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

The company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. The company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

We encourage qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply.

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