Assistant Engineer

Excellence. Innovation. Integrity. Passion.Assistant Engineers work under the direction, guidance, and training of the Chief Engineer to assist in operation, maintenance and repair of the vessel’s operating systems: diesel engines, generators, refrigeration, electrical and hydraulic equipment, water making and sanitary equipment, deck machinery, factory equipment, pumps, cooling, and conveyor systems during the portion of their shift scheduled in the engine room. Assistant engineers may maintain the engine room and other logs as required by the company or other agencies. Assistant Engineers also assist in fueling the vessel and transferring fuel onboard.Essential DutiesWork under the direction, guidance, and training of the Chief Engineer.Assist in operation, maintenance, and repair of the vessel’s operating systems.Perform work assignments under the direction of the Chief Engineer.Assist in transferring bulk petroleum products.Maintain an inventory control system.Prepare department records and reports as required by the company, USCG, OSHA, and other agencies.Oversee a safety program.Ensure all engineering crew are trained and cognizant of job hazards.Ensure LOCK OUT-TAGS PLUS procedures are communicated, followed, and enforced.Resolve technical problems as they occur.Give specific directions in the case of an emergency.Work up to eight (8) hours of each shift in the factory assisting in fish processing operations, as directed by the Factory Foreman.Work ScheduleAssistant engineers work at least 16 hours per day, 7 days per week.Work hours may be extended as necessary.Work EnvironmentEmployees will be operating in extremely remote and austere locations; often days away from land or dock facilities.Employees are expected to wear protective clothing and equipment.Employees will be exposed to various species of fish and wet, humid, and freezing conditions.The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Employees are regularly exposed to moving machinery, vibration, and risk of electrical shock.Education, ExperienceEngine room experience on a catcher processor vessel.Earned High School Diploma or GED.24 months or more of relevant verifiable work experience in the last 4 years.Physical DemandsBoard and exit the vessel by gangplank or Jacob’s ladder without assistance.Ascend and descend steep stairways and ladders in all temperatures.Work at least 16 ½ hours per day, 7 days per week for the duration of the contract.Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time.Lift weights up to and over 50 pounds.Work long hours in all kinds of weather.Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug tests.Mental ActivitiesHear, understand, and follow instructions in English.Use interpersonal and teamwork skills.Live and work with others in close quarters.Discern between various shades of color for identifying and sorting various fish species.Compensation and BenefitsMedical, vision, and dental insurance offered.401(k) with employer match after one year of employment.Meals, snacks, and beverages provided while at sea.O’Hara will book and pre-pay flight and lodging from Point of Hire to Dutch Harbor, AK.O’Hara Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

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