Associate Port Engineer - City Cruises - New York

$120,000 - $145,000 annually

City Experiences is seeking an Associate Port Engineer for our City Cruises operation in New York City.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.

About the Opportunity:

The right person will be skilled, self-motivated, adaptable, dynamic, and embody Hornblower’s RESPECT SERVICE SYSTEM

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain a positive working relationship and open communication with the local Coast Guard inspection team
• Develops a positive working relationship and works closely with the Deck Department to ensure a team approach, to ensure fleet is in top condition for safety, regulatory compliance, mechanical and is aesthetically pleasing
• Develops positive working relationships with other department heads and peers. 
• Marine Finishes maintenance and appearance
• Interior Finishes – maintenance & repair
• Support and maintain the safety and reliability of the City Cruises New York fleet and equipment.
• Ensure adherence to company safety policies, USCG regulations, and best marine engineering practices.
• Supervise assigned engineers, maintenance personnel, and crewmembers; provide training for routine, repair, and emergency duties.
• Assist the Port Engineer in setting department priorities and executing them effectively.
• Maintain all equipment to manufacturer specifications.
• Provide training and technical support to the engineering and deck departments.
• Inspect marine equipment and machinery to create work requests and job specifications.
• Specify and procure equipment and materials to repair and upgrade vessels, ensuring compliance with USCG regulations.
• Manage inventory and track repair equipment and parts.
• Ensure timely completion and documentation of all preventative maintenance items in HELM.
• Maintain accurate records in HELM, including maintenance completion, work reports, and inventory updates.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new engineering team members.
• Ensure all work complies with USCG regulations and sound marine practices.
• Assist with operational oversight of the engineering and maintenance department, including budgeting (RFPs, bids, capital projects), task assignments, crew scheduling, and regulatory compliance.
• Perform and manage preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on all vessel equipment including but not limited to:
  • Diesel engines (main, generator & bow thruster)
  • Propulsion running gear (marine gears, shafts, couplings, shaft seals, bearings)
  • AC Electrical equipment (generators, switchgear, distribution systems, motors, etc.)
  • DC Electrical equipment (batteries, charging systems, etc.)
  • Hydraulic systems, pumps & piping systems, pneumatic compressors and controls
  • Pumps, tanks & piping systems
  • HVAC & refrigeration systems
  • Alarm, control and monitoring systems
  • Galley & hot prep line equipment
• Maintain Watertight Integrity and Structural Fire Protection boundaries in all work accomplished and recognize if prior work has compromised either of these.
• Perform proper methods for pollution prevention, management & disposal of hazardous waste
• Maintain communication & coordination for vessel readiness with consideration for USCG required inspection, cruise schedules and vessel site visits by the sales team.
• Direct, manage and evaluate outside vendors as needed and directed by the Port Engineer
• Maintain a safe, clean, well-organized work environment and promote best practices through safety briefings and Job Safety Assessments
• Identify the need for replacement parts, critical spares, etc. and assist in procurement as directed
• Respond to service calls at various pier locations and/ or underway vessels; this may include remote work during drydock or layup periods
• Work the hours and shifts assigned by the Port Engineer. This may include weekends, evening shifts or any work beyond the normal schedule.  The Port Engineer will make efforts to balance time beyond the normal schedule with consideration for the employee’s need for rest, relaxation, and family time.
• All other duties as assigned by the Port Engineer or Director of Marine Operations
• Additional job duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

The Associate Port Engineer shall have training & experience a field that lends itself to the job of personally accomplishing the broad range preventative maintenance & repairs of machinery and equipment onboard a passenger vessel in the City Cruises fleet.  One or more of the following areas of training and expertise are required for this position.

• Possess a valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) or the ability to acquire one within a specified time.
• Working knowledge of the systems described to perform PMs and repairs with sufficient knowledge to oversee outside contractors when a higher level of technical expertise is required.
• Proven track record of hands on maintenance and repair in the marine or facilities environment
• Ability to interact professionally with passengers, crew members, and outside vendors as required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Team player and have ability to work independently, self-motivating
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout Company organization
•  USCG Engineer’s License or unlicensed watch standing experience on a USCG regulated vessel desirable
•  Basic computer skills as well as the ability to safely communicate with others in the English language
•  Strength and agility to safely lift over 50 lbs., and move about a moving passenger vessel, work in often tight spaces and around moving machinery. Also, must be able to work outside at times in uncomfortable weather conditions.
•  Ability to wear personal safety clothing and equipment such as hard hats, masks, gloves, masks etc.as necessary for safe work practices
•  Proficiency in the safe use of hand and power tools
•  HS Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License  

About Us:

City Experiences’ passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

The RESPECT Service System embodies City Experiences’ mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

The Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicants or employees based upon their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics prohibited by applicable law. 

 Additionally, we encourage all qualified applicants including those with past arrest or conviction records to apply. The Company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. 

We encourage qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply.