Assistant Port Mechanic & Engineer (Kenai Fjord Tours)

Company: Pursuit Collection
Location: Seward
Posted on: March 10, 2025

Job Description:

What perks can you expect?:
/ Competitive perks & wages -/ Access to iconic National Park experiences/ Fun staff events and parties/ Free access to cool attractions and experiences/ Training to help your career grow

What will be your daily pursuit?:
Assist the Port Engineer with coordination, maintenance and improvement of company owned vessels and vehicles in order to maximize guest satisfaction, provide comfortable and safe transportation for our guests and staff, stay in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and maintain a cost-effective operation. This position is truly a safety champion who focuses daily on our #1 core value, Safety First.

What will your compensation be?:
$30.00/hour

What will you do in this job?:
Ideal Experience/ - - 2 years of experience in marine maintenance or equivalent/ - - Experience in commercial vehicle maintenance/ - - Parts inventory and purchasing experience/ - - Aware of general principles of Inventory ManagementEssential Job Duties/ Assist the Port Engineer and Captain(s) with providing service to the boat and vehicle fleet, with long term guest safety, comfort, and costs in mind/ Maintain and organize adequate supplies of key maintenance and repair parts on hand to ensure periodic maintenance can happen without waiting for parts and that down time is minimized during summer months/ Provide assistance to the Port Engineer, Transportation Coordinator and Operations Department when they are working with vendors, both parts and service, to ensure that we take advantage of our buying power/ Responsible for the Phoenix Avenue warehouse including petroleum storage, tool storage, and general security. Coordinate with Boat Captains, Land Facilities Maintenance Technician and Transportation Coordinator to ensure prompt and proper disposal of all waste products, including but not limited to used oil collection/ Coordinate with the Land Facilities Maintenance Technician to ensure that the Phoenix Avenue warehouse is maintained with safety and functionality in mind/ Assist the captains with maintenance activities of the boat crew. Stress the value of scheduled routine maintenance/ Provided assistance to the Land Facilities and Fox Island Maintenance Technicians regarding all aspect of the Fox Island operation, including but not limited to; electrical and fresh water systems/ Assist the Port Engineer and/or Transportation Coordinator to help ensure vessels and vehicles are maintained within applicable US Coast Guard and US Department of Transportation standards/ - Assist with land facilities maintenance as required

What skills and experience do you need for this job?:
/ Thorough understanding of operation of diesel and gas internal combustion engines, associated cooling systems, both A/C and D/C electrical systems, hydraulic systems, fresh and seawater plumbing systems and marine electronics/ - - Be able to come up with cost effective, durable solutions to often complex mechanical problems/ - - SAE certification is preferred but not required/ - - Physical ability to climb ladders/ - - Lift up to 60 pounds on a regular basis/ - - - - Effective communicator/ - - Enter and operate in confined spaces/ - - Operate power tools/ - - Operate in environment with breathing apparatus/ - - Operate company vehicles (pass vehicle background check)

What will your work environment be like?:
Beautiful. You'll be working in the iconic, unforgettable and inspiring location. Regardless of what your role is with us, you'll really get the chance to explore and see amazing scenery and wildlife within the last frontier. - -Fun. You'll be meeting team members from across the globe and get to participate in tons of team events. -Independent. You'll spend your days in and around---our amazing properties. - -Remote. Our home is filled with trees, lakes, and blue-bird skies; rather than buildings, freeways, and smog. - - -Busy. You need to be prepared for a physical working environment with walking, stair climbing, bending, reaching, lifting (up to 50 pounds with assistance) as required - - -We work as a team and believe that we succeed together - these job duties may change based on the needs of the team and company as a whole. -

EEO:
Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. - - -Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in the USA to apply and join our inclusive team! - - -We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-deserving groups. If you can't apply online or need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent & Acquisition Team at ta@pursuitcollection.com. -We thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted. -

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