OILER - DREDGE (Texas/Louisiana Coastal Region)

Dredge Oiler

We are seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Dredge Oiler who can meet the requirements. Please review the following requirements carefully before applying. Only applicants with verifiable experience and qualifications should apply.

Applicants must meet all the listed qualifications to be considered for the position. Those who cannot meet these requirements will not be considered. Candidates will be required to demonstrate their ability to meet and perform these requirements upon hire. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

An Oiler is responsible for the care and upkeep of the engine room, tools, and machinery on the dredge and assisting the chief and engineer. They are also responsible for the care of any other equipment on the job and performing the duties prescribed by supervisory personnel. This includes helping on the deck, pontoon line or the disposal area (D.A.), and the operation of the anchor barge and skidder barge. Prior knowledge of the roles and duties as required.

Additional details before you proceed:

• Applications that do not provide sufficient dredge experience, detailed work history, job responsibilities, and accurate employment dates will be disqualified.
• We do not provide transportation; this is the employee's responsibility.
• You will be assigned to dredges based on the company's operational needs. We are unable to make accommodations based on an employee's home location. While we strive to accommodate requests when possible, we cannot guarantee such accommodations will be made.
• This is not for a live-on dredge. We provide per diem, and employees are responsible for their lodging and meals.

Essential functions (this is not all-inclusive):

• Upholds the Company's commitment to an injury-free workplace; leads and models safe work practices
• Follows all safety rules and regulations as well as all company policies and procedures
• Works safely around machinery; observes and instructs others in proper equipment use; uses/wears all required PPE
• Inspects all equipment onboard the dredge and in engine room and records observations in the engine room log
• Inspects safety equipment on the dredge and report findings to engineer and makes needed repairs or replacements
• Works under the direction of the chief, engineers, outside mechanic, captain, and deck captain
• Makes rounds through the engine room and dredge at least every hour on the half hour
• Takes bow sounding every hour and logs results
• Responsible for greasing fittings on dredge every hour and the swing shives at least once per shift
• Keeps engine room clean and wiped down, keep tools, hoses, extension cords and trash picked up and in proper place
• Assists chief, outside mechanics, and engineers in making repairs and performing maintenance which includes keeping engine room chipped and painted as directed
• Assists outside crew as directed with repairs and maintenance

Minimum requirements:

• High School degree or equivalent
• Two or more years of experience as Oiler
• Excellent safety and mechanical skills
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position as outlined in the Functional Job Description
• Must be able to successfully pass all pre-employment screening (drug test, fit test) in addition to random drug and alcohol testing
• Must be authorized to work in the US. This position is not eligible for work VISA sponsorship.

Schedule and compensation:

Weekly pay, one week in arrears

Four weeks on, with two weeks off (28/14). Depending on the company's specific needs, there is an opportunity to work additional weeks.

Standard work hours are typically 12 hours daily; however, adjustments may be made depending on the operational requirements.

This is an FLSA, Non-Exempt position, meaning any hours worked over 40 in the same work week will be compensated as overtime.

Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered. This is not a VISA sponsored position, must be authorized to work in the US.

Encore Dredging Partners, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.