Job Description

*** IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF MARINE ENGINEER, OR REACABLE ON CIVIL SERVICE LIST, EXAM # 5091.***

Under general direction of the Chief Marine Engineer (CME) or other superior officer, operates the main propulsion equipment and auxiliaries of a diesel or diesel-electric powered ferry boat; ensures compliance with agency standard operating procedures, standing orders and applicable local, state and federal rules and regulations; performs related work.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL TASKS:
Assists the CME or other superior officer in the supervision and direction of the engine room crew (below-deck team). Takes responsible charge of the maintenance, minor or emergency repair work, and operation of the main propulsion equipment, boilers, auxiliaries, electrical equipment, steering engines, pumps and fuel tanks on New York City ferry vessels. Ensures that all standing orders and agen...