Assistant Engineer Vessel Offshore

Genesis Marine is safe, reliable and efficient with the right equipment for the industry's marine transportation needs. We primarily serve refineries and storage terminals along the Gulf Coast, East Coast, Canada, Great Lakes, Intracoastal Canal and western river systems of the United States, including the Red, Ouachita and Mississippi Rivers on which Genesis has significant existing terminals.Genesis Marine owns and operates two fleets, inland and offshore, including approximately 130 vessels. Our state-of-the-art barges coupled with the best liquid cargo mariners make us the safest, most efficient carrier of inland, hot-oil cargoes. Our inland fleet consists of approximately 82 barges and 33 push-boats and our offshore fleet consists of nine boats and nine barges and one ocean going tanker. We have a total design capacity of 2.3 mmbbl for Inland Marine Operations, 0.9 mmbbl for Offshore Marine Operations and 0.3 mmbbl for the M/T American Phoenix (ocean-going tanker).We provide a safe and competitive service, adhering to strict operating procedures which are designed to not only meet, but also exceed customer & regulatory requirements.

The Assistant Engineer reports to the Chief Engineer on day‐to‐day issues. As directed by the Chief Engineer, the Assistant Engineer shall have the authority under his/her licensure to perform responsibilities aboard his/her assigned vessel in a manner consistent with this job description and other Company policy and procedural guidelines.

The responsibilities of the Assistant Engineer shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Safe operation and routine maintenance of the vessel’s propulsion, auxiliary and other mechanical systems in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations of the vessel’s flag, the international community, Company policies and procedures, and the manufacturer’s recommendations in a manner responsible to the safety of the crew.
• Under the direct and active supervision of a licensed officer, loading and storing of bunkers, lubricating oils, and transferring of bunkers and oils to the tow or other vessels, and storage and management of bilge and bilge slops in accordance with Company procedures and in a manner responsible to the safety of the crew and the protection other natural environment.
• Responsible care and use of the vessel’s consumable spares, mechanical stores, and tools inventories.
• Stand engine room watches in rotation with other members in the vessel crew.
• Complete appropriate engine room operational and maintenance tasks as directed by the Chief Engineer.
  
  
  

Requirements include:

• Possess an U.S. Merchant Mariner’s document and a STCW training and certification booklet, as required by law;
• Possess the proper certification by the U.S.C.G. for the type, horsepower and service of the vessel to which he/she is assigned;
• Ability to read and communicate in English;
• Ability to read and write in Spanish is preferred but is not a required;
• Ability to render, understand and react to commands given in English;
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
  
  
  

Genesis Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employee's and applicant's disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to apply through this site because of a disability. Contact Genesis Human Resources to discuss reasonable accommodations by sending an email to hr@genlp.com.