What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Engine Room - LMC position at Lake Michigan Carferry?
Entry-level engine room
The Entry Level Engine Room/Coal passer is an entry level position in the engine room that assists the Fireman on watch in operating and maintaining the ship’s boilers and conveyor equipment.
- Learn Fireman’s duties to assist as needed.
- Assist in operating coal and ash conveyors as directed.
- Assist in boiler and conveyor maintenance as directed.
- Assigned a cleaning station
- Be prepared to live and work aboard the vessel the duration of the sailing season, from mid-May to mid-Oct. Room and board provided.
- Employee will stand a 4-hour watch, twice a day, 7 days per week.
- Eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401K after competing 90-day probationary period.
Qualifications/Certifications required:
- Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Valid Merchant Mariners Credential issued by the U.S. Coast Guard
- Current US Coast Guard Medical Certificate
- Legally eligible to be employed in the United States (Proof of identity and eligibility will be required upon employment.