Third Assistant Engineer

Job Title

Third Assistant Engineer

Agency

Texas A&M University at Galveston

Department

10151904 Texas A&M Maritime Academy (Milton Korn)

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Galveston, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

We are the ocean campus of Texas A&M University at Galveston. Our employees come from throughout the world, with many different perspectives, talents, lived experiences, and interests. Aggies by the Sea promote a welcoming and highly productive work environment. We support the university’s goals to recruit and retain a quality workforce and encourage life-long learning practices.  We will do our part to assist you in your new position and encourage you to take advantage of training and development opportunities that are available to help you be successful.

What we want

The Third Assistant Engineer (3AE) Mariner operates and maintains ships propulsion machinery and related systems; performs maintenance and repair support to the engine department and perform other duties as required by Chief Engineer/First Engineer; participates in shipboard practical oversight of cadets.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. These may be uploaded in the CV/Resume section.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Must hold a Current USCG License as Third Assistant Engineer of Steam or Motor Vessels of Unlimited Horsepower, STCW Certifications, STCW Medical Card, TWIC, United States Passport, and Valid United States Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must Be Proficient in All Underway Engineering Watch-Standing duties.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to work with and mentor cadets.

Responsibilities:

• Third Assistant Engineer – Performs the duties of a Third Assistant Engineer as directed by the Chief Engineer or his/her Designated Representative. Operates and maintains all equipment and systems onboard the vessel by direction of the Chief Engineer or his/her Designee. Performs as part of the Engineering Resource Management Team.

• Watch Standing – Stands Engineering Watches Underway and Shore-Side.

• Instruction – Participates in the education and instruction of Engineer Cadets by direction.

Restrictions and Other:

• D.O.T. regulated: Yes

• Machines or equipment used in the performance of essential duties: Diesel Engines, Electric Generators, Fuel Oil Purifier, Distribution Utilization Monitoring and Control, Bow Thruster and Other Propulsion Motors, Chillers, Refrigeration Units, Air Handlers, Compressors, Distillers, Fan Coils, MSD Units and Associated Lift Stations, Drill Presses, Lathes, Galley and Laundry Equipment, Deck Machinery, Communication Equipment and Other Auxiliary Equipment as defined.

• Physical Requirements: Must pass a USCG physical form 719K in order to maintain licensure.

• Other Requirements and Factors: Ability to repeatedly ascend / descend steeply inclined stairs and vertical ladders – day and night and in inclement conditions. Ability to crawl above, below, and around obstructions and interferences in order to access equipment and systems for operation and maintenance. Ability to read and understand information displayed on various types of pressure gauges, flow meters, and other engineering equipment. Must pass USCG/DOT drug test prior to employment and participate in the University’s random drug testing plan for drugs and Alcohol required by TAMU System and University Rule (34.02.99 M1, 8.6.1). Must be able to sail during all designated underway periods, including training crises aboard the training ship and present for shipyard periods or other periods ship is away from Galveston.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.