Marine Oiler

Marine Oiler

Under direct supervision, assists the Marine Engineer in the operation, maintenance and repair of motor ferry operation, auxiliary, and related equipment at the Staten Island Ferry; performs related work. Examples of typical tasks include maintaining appropriate levels of oil, lubricant in all main engines, ship service diesel generator, main propulsion equipment, shaft bearings, reduction gears, and pumps as needed to properly safeguard vessel equipment. Maintains and cleans lube oil stores. Operates and cleans oil filtration and centrifuge equipment. Greases/lubricates bearings, pumps and couplings. Adjusts steam burning boiler drafts and maintains proper combustion, pressure and water levels in boilers. Reads gauges and other indicators such as fuel oil pressure and temperature, steam pressure on heating boilers, etc. Fills out orders and logs. Assists the Marine Engineer in the operation, maintenance and repair of motor ferry operation, auxiliary and related equipment, and makes manual repairs on boilers and boiler auxiliaries under supervision of the Marine Engineer. Cleans, scrapes and/or paints compartments, bulkheads, auxiliary machinery, boiler room plates and bilges, and boilers as needed. Wipes, cleans and polishes equipment. In Ferry Terminals, operates heating boilers; cleans and adjusts burners; maintains boiler feed pumps; secures and cleans strainers; and maintains proper temperature and pressure in fuel oil system. Inspects below deck emergency and rescue equipment. Performs required duties at fire drills in accordance with United State Coast Guard and department regulations. Takes required actions in the event of an actual fire, rescue or other emergency. Pumps sludge tank to drums on deck and supervises their removal. Makes periodic inspections of all auxiliary machinery in engineering spaces. Examines hull for water leakage and bulkheads for water seepage and looks for structural damage in all below deck compartments. Reports routine findings to supervisor after making inspection. Reports any unusual situations to supervisor for immediate corrective action with a complete description of the problem. Uses bilge pumps to remove normal daily accumulated seepage from compartments. Examines shaft bearings, stern glands and bilges. Assists Marine Engineer tightening and renewing stern tube packing in shafts. Performs maintenance on items not in use (standby equipment). Disconnects shore power cable. Fills and maintains level in potable water tanks. Flushes line shaft bearings. Transfers oil from fuel barge to vessels. Performs assigned fueling duties under the direction of the Marine Engineer.

Medical guidelines established by the U.S. Coast Guard apply to the position of Marine Oiler. Candidates will therefore be required to undergo a medical examination prior to appointment and thereafter, pursuant to Coast Guard regulations. Candidates must also pass a drug screening to be appointed. Marine Oilers are subject to random drug and alcohol testing during their employment. MMC REQUIREMENT: Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with endorsement and medical certificate must be maintained for the duration of employment. TWIC REQUIREMENT: At the time of appointment, candidates must possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) issued by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA). A valid TWIC must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Possession of a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner's Credential (MMC) with endorsement as a Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) of motor vessels of any horsepower or Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED) with the following ratings: any rating, Junior Engineer, Oiler, or Fireman/Watertender; or 2. Possession of a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner's Credential (MMC) with endorsement for Third Assistant Engineer or higher of motor vessels of any horsepower.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement

There is no NYC Residency requirement for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.