QMED/Oiler/Able Seafarer - Engine

QMED/Oiler (Able Seafarer-Engine)

LOCATION: Kwajalein Army Garrison (Marshall Islands)

JOB STATUS: Full time/Permanent Party

CLEARANCE: background check

CERTIFICATION: Able Seafarer Engine and accompanying endorsements

TRAVEL: 100% (Permanent Change of Station (PCS)

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an QMED/Oiler to work full time aboard USAV Worthy, Kwajalein, Marshall Islands. Astrion has worked extensively at the Reagan Test Site in Kwajalein where it has earned a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a federal background check to obtain and hold a DoD Common Access Card (CAC).  Current U.S. Citizenship Required 
• Ability to pass a post offer drug screen and physical/medical clearance. Current and Valid U.S. Passport*. 
• Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credentials for QMED with STCW/International Able Seafarer Engine (AS-E) Endorsement*, TWIC card, and all required Licenses/Certifications for rating. 

*(Passport, MMC and med cert must have minimum of 6 months of validity prior to placement, or proof of renewal in progress.) 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS 

• Knowledge of common safety practices and protective equipment used on an ocean-going vessel. 
• USCG firefighting endorsement and other USCG endorsements.
• Tankerman PIC Endorsement
• Self-starter, team player and conscientious worker

 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stands Engineering watches, stands security-related watches, performs general maintenance, repair, sanitation, and upkeep of material, equipment, and areas in the engine department.  
• Maintains lifeboats, rescue boats, life-rafts, and other lifesaving, firefighting, emergency, and damage control gear. 
• Perform Fire and Emergency duties associated with the QMED/Oiler’s billet on Ship’s Station Bill.  This includes dressing out in firefighting gear as part of the fire team.
• Must be familiar with lifting and deploying equipment from and to the deck using winches, cranes, A-frames, and other lifting devices. 
• Responsible for assisting in maintaining the safety and security of the ship and embarked personnel 
• Ensure relevant records are maintained and accurately completed. 
• Remains on standby/recall status to the vessel during dockside periods, as needed. 
• Comply with applicable RGNEXT and Astrion safety policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines, including but not limited to RGNEXT OSHE hearing conservation and respiratory protection programs.