Engineer – Of Watch

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates scheduled engineering tasks with the Captain-Of-The-Watch.
• Directs the Riverboat Technician performing maintenance in the riverboat.

• Completes scheduled preventive maintenance tasks and other work assigned by the EIC.
• Maintain a continuous power supply to the riverboat through either the use of shore power or diesel generator sets. Ensure the main generators are ready to auto start and assume the electrical load on the electrical buss when the riverboat experiences a loss of shore power.
• Makes periodic rounds of the riverboat to verify that machinery and equipment are functioning properly. Specifically checks the condition of fire and safety equipment. Takes corrective action to remedy observed discrepancies.
• Answers and remedies maintenance calls received during the watch.
• Notifies the EIC of system malfunctions in accordance with Standing Orders.
• Maintains an engine room watch log of all significant activities during the watch.
• Fulfills emergency response duties assigned to the EOW in Station Bills.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Successfully completes EOW Qualification Program.
• Successfully completes an accredited course in basic firefighting. This requirement can be met by completing either (a) USCG-approved course or (b) training by the Shreveport Fire Department.
• Successfully completes CPR, First Responder, and Automated Electronic Defibrillator (AED) certification.
• Knowledge of computers and the ability to generate documents and keep accurate records.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Competencies:

• Recent verifiable satisfactory service totaling at least three years as an engineer / oiler / technician of a Louisiana Casino Riverboat, or equivalent marine experience.
• Equivalent marine experience includes, but is not limited to:
• Holds an active or inactive USCG Merchant Mariner’s Document (MMD) for a Qualified Engineering Rating (QMED) with at least three years’ experience. The MMD has not been revoked or suspended. The experience was obtained no more than ten years ago.
• Previously qualified watch stander and supervisor of technicians aboard government or military vessels that was less than ten years ago. Must show knowledge of vessel systems comparable to those aboard the riverboat. References or other proof of successful completion of duties will be required.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with extreme noise conditions (protection provided). Must be able to hear and understand security radio transmissions during normal casino noise.
• Must be able to work in a smoking environment.

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage plan that includes medical, dental, and vision
• 401(K)/ Company Match
• Access Perks and Childcare discounts

Compensation:

• $21.00/hr

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Technical/other training (required)
Some post college (required)
High School (required)

LA Ops License (required)