Part-time Shipboard Engineering Training Instructor
Please note that this is a temporary, non-benefitted contract position
Posting: October 2024
Deadline for application: Application Review begins 01 November; open until filled.
Position begins: 06 Jan 2025
Engineering Training Officer- The Training Ship Patriot State offers a unique opportunity to sail a training cruise with cadets during Sea Term 2025 from Jan 6th - Feb 25th, 2025. This will be the MAIDEN voyage of the NSMV Patriot State. Following a week of training, NSMV Patriot State departs Buzzards Bay on January 11th to support the teaching and training of freshmen, sophomores, and senior cadets in shipboard engineering systems. All sailing aboard NSMV Patriot State must hold a T.W.I.C. card.
The successful candidate will instruct students in the “hands-on” laboratory and lecture components of cadet engineering and possess excellent diesel engineering knowledge. Conducted six days a week during daytime hours, training includes evaluating cadet S.T.C.W. assessments and evaluation. Preferred areas of specialization include combustion engines, machine and hand tools, hydronic heating systems, brazing and soldering, marine sanitation, instrumentation, hydraulics, freshwater distillation, steam generators, electrical motors, heat exchangers, pumps, and variable frequency drives.
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Qualifications:
· Second Assistant Engineer’s Unlimited U.S.C.G. credential for Steam, Motor, or both with current S.T.C.W. Certifications
· Prior engineering training experience preferred.
· The ideal candidate enjoys mentoring and working with the students.
· Must be able to communicate effectively both written and verbally and possess computer skills.
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Additional duties may be assigned as necessary. All chosen applicants will be required to interview for the position.
Application Deadline: Open until filled. Please send a comprehensive resume and cover letter to hr@maritime.edu. Alternatively, submit application materials by USPS to the Human Resources Department, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 101 Academy Drive, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532. The finalists must complete a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
