What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Engineer Oceans - Seattle, WA position at Foss?
About Foss Maritime
Foss Maritime is one of the most recognized and respected maritime brands in the U.S., combining a rich legacy with a forward-thinking approach to industry innovation. While deeply rooted in tradition, Foss is evolving at a fast pace, continuously setting new standards for operational excellence and sustainability.
With operations spanning all U.S. coasts and global transportation projects, Foss is a leader in harbor and terminal towage, tug and barge transportation, and offshore energy solutions, including traditional energy and offshore wind projects. Our primary operations are on the U.S. West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii.
As part of the Saltchuk family of companies, Foss is a values-driven organization that takes pride in its exceptional team, commitment to safety, and dedication to customer success. With a culture built on integrity, innovation, and collaboration, Foss Maritime remains a trusted leader in the maritime industry.
About the Role
As an Assistant Engineer, you'll be an essential part of our mission to provide safe and reliable maritime services. You'll work alongside a dedicated team that values professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do
- Maintain all vessel machinery and systems, including main propulsion, auxiliary power generation, ancillary equipment, and deck and cargo handling systems.
- Ensure proper operation of all controls, monitoring, and alarm systems.
- Oversee and conduct vessel bunkering operations, ensuring full compliance with established fueling procedures and environmental regulations.
- Monitor and maintain fuel and fluid levels in all vessel tanks; take and document monthly oil samples for analysis.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair machinery malfunctions as needed to ensure safe and continuous vessel operation.
- Perform special duties, preventative maintenance, and assigned projects to support overall vessel readiness and efficiency.
What We're Looking For
- 3rd Assistant Engineer, DDE Unlimited or C/E Limited License.
- Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
- Minimum of two years of experience as a Marine Engineer.
- Valid identification for travel.
- Must join the IBU (Inland Boatman's Union) within 30 days of hire.
What We Offer
- Pay for this position is $816 per day. The estimated annual compensation is $148,920, based on an even-time schedule of 182.5 working days per year.
- National PPO Plan (Premera Blue Shield)
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term Disability (stipend and medical continuation)
- Life Insurance
- Pension
- Optional 401(k) plan participation.
- Travel -- paid for upfront by Foss (including flights, hotels, rentals, meals during travel.)
How to Apply
Ready to set sail with Foss? Submit your application via our careers page. If you need any assistance please reach out to fossjobs@foss.com. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.
Drug Free Workplace
Foss Maritime Company LLC is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Foss Maritime Company LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law
Foss Maritime embraces and celebrates diversity and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Foss Maritime is committed to having employees who represent a variety of backgrounds, qualifications, perspectives and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We are #Better Together!
Salary : $148,920