04/16/1993 27619

ENGINEER, FLAGSHIP NIAGARA

DEFINITION: This is specialized mechanical and electrical work in the operation of the United States Brig Niagara.

The Engineer is responsible for maintaining and repairing the modern mechanical and electrical systems aboard the vessel. These systems include the powertrain, electrical generators, storage batteries and charging system, fire pumps, bilge pumps, fuel transfer pumps, sewage pumps, potable water pumps, domestic plumbing systems, and small boat engines. Maintenance duties include implementing the annual, monthly, and daily preventative maintenance plans for the systems, and identifying any mechanical hazards that represent a threat to the safe and efficient operation of the ship. Repairs require diagnosing problems, determining the appropriate remedy, and utilizing available tools, equipment, and resources to effect corrective action; or recommend the need for additional expertise. Lead work may be exercised over other crew members assigned to assist the Engineer on an intermittent or permanent basis. Work is performed with considerable independence, with periodic verbal and written reports to superiors.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: Switch from shorepower systems to ship's power.

Inspect, monitor, and maintain the electrical distribution system.

Monitor and charge the battery banks.

Service, clean, and maintain the ventilation system.

Connect and disconnect the alarm systems.

Operate fuel shutoffs.

Operate the fire suppression systems.

Service and insure fume tight closures for the engine room.

Maintain a spare parts inventory and stowage plan.

Repair and maintain plumbing systems and tanks.

Operate engine controls for maneuvering the ship.

Performs related duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of marine diesel propulsion systems, plumbing systems, and electrical systems.

Knowledge of the location of all through-hull fittings.

Knowledge of the procedures for bunkering, sounding fuel tanks, fuel transfer, changing fuel filters, purging and bleeding fuel systems, draining cooling water systems, and changing oil filters.

Ability to inspect and clear sea strainers, start and stop the main engines, start and stop the generator, fire pumps, bilge pumps, and the emergency gasoline pump.

Ability to operate the waste oil storage system.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Six months continuous service aboard a 250 ton auxiliary sail vessel maintaining the modern mechanical systems;

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Any equivalent experience and training.