Fleet Maintenance Technician - Central Region

Position: Fleet Maintenance Technician - Central Region Location: St. Louis, MO Job Id: 6232 # of Openings: 1 The Fleet Maintenance Technician is responsible for assisting the engineering and technical operations of US-Flag cruise ships. The FleetMaintenance Techniciansupports the Engineering department in the maintenance, repair and regulatory compliance of all American Cruise Lines’ (ACL) certificated vessels. The FleetMaintenance Techniciansupports a team of regional Port and Fleet engineers who are responsible for a division of vessels. The Fleet Maintenance Technician assists in providing an immediate response for repairs to ensure the vessels remains on schedule. The Fleet Maintenance Technician will be familiar with vessel machinery, equipment and systems. The Tech may be first on scene to troubleshoot or repair equipment. This position reports directly to the Port Engineer, Assistant Port Engineer or Fleet Engineer as assigned. At American Cruise Lines, we are driven by our values— Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit. These values shape our culture, our service, and our people, guiding us as we work together to Share America’s Story on the Finest American Ships. Responsibilities: Assists and supports Fleet Engineer and Assistant Port Engineer. Identifies and troubleshoots technical vessel problems and provides fast solutions to minimize downtime. Fixes equipment and helps troubleshoot maintenance requests. On scene and on call for repairs. Coordinates and ensures projects and repairs are completed. Visits ships frequently. Provides technical information and guidance to shipboard Engineers as directed by Port Port Engineers. Familiar with USCG, USPH, FDA, EPA, and other federal regulations. Assists with Water Management Plan and water quality. Performs other duties as directed. Attributes for Success: Ability to identify, manage, and solve problems. Ability to act with urgency to completed time sensitive tasks. The ability to work on various computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel. Proficient with hand and power tools. Knowledgeable of diesel and gas engines. Ability to learn and take direction from port engineer. Licenses and Registrations: Valid driver’s license. Possess a Valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card). Required Education and Experience: Must be at least 18 years old. High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent related experience. Typical Work Environments: This position includes continuous travel to the different ships of the fleet. Additional Requirements: Subject to a background investigation. Subject to a pre-employment physical.Ability to frequently traverse stairs, fixed ladders and ladder-wells while walking ships on a daily basis. Capable of sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, crouching and kneeling. Reaching, handling, using equipment, keyboards and mobile devices. Must be located in the Central U.S. region. Lifting boxes (files and supplies) up to 20 lb. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Cruise Lines