Summary Chief Engineer 

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the maintenance and engineering operations of the assigned Alaskan Dream Cruise vessel. The engineer maintains the vessel to Alaskan Dream Cruises (ADC) standards, including all applicable regulatory requirements. The engineer ensures that all systems and components are kept to a standard that allows for the vessel's safe, comfortable, and timely operation.   

Essential Duties & Responsibilities for Chief Engineer   

• Responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of all systems in the engineering spaces.  Including:
  • Propulsion systems and controls
  • Bilge and fire systems
  • Electrical systems and components
  • HVAC systems
  • Various pumps and piping systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and fuel and oil systems.  
• Maintenance of these systems centers on the preventive maintenance plan in place on the vessel. Chief Engineer required to keep the vessel's Master and the Port Engineer notified of condition of systems and to report maintenance needs that affect operation. 
• Maintain and repair deck machinery such as capstans, winches, davits, and miscellaneous hydraulics. 
• Keep the potable water system up to ADEC standards and ensure proper documentation and records prove compliance. 
• Maintain and repair hotel systems such as air conditioning and plumbing and respond to passenger and crew complaints about these systems.  
• Regularly inspect all voids and bilges for structural and watertight integrity.  Report all findings to the Master of the vessel.  
• Ensure all voids and bilges are kept clean and dry in compliance with pollution control regulations.    
• Follow vessel and company guidelines to ensure that fueling and oil bunkering are completed safely.
• Provide the vessel's Master with daily fuel reports and inform him before any fuel is bunkered. 
• Assist the deck department with line handling and rigging the ship's gangway. 
• Maintain proper engineering logs as directed by the Port Engineer.  This includes the daily, fuel, and waterlogs, gray and black waterlogs, preventive maintenance records, and machinery index.  

• Assist the Port Engineer with developing the current ship maintenance projects for the annual repair period. 
• Responsible for planning and performing all duties to make the vessel ready for sea, carrying out all preventative maintenance, and making all necessary repairs while underway. 
• Train and guide other crew to operate various engineering systems.  
• Special projects may be assigned as required by the business.

Minimum Qualifications for Chief Engineer   

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and/or 3-5 years of experience in Shipyard or Marine Engineering.
• Education requires specialized or technical knowledge and formal training in operating and maintaining all onboard systems, including diesel mechanics, marine electricity, refrigeration, and hydraulics.
• Strong communication skills: verbal, non-verbal, and writing skills, as well as the ability to communicate written technical information.  
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to manage situations where issues must be resolved satisfactorily.
• Strong project management, technical knowledge, communication, and organizational skills. 
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings. 
• Effective problem-solving skills. 
• Must be experienced at multi-tasking and remain flexible in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Microsoft Office experience.
• Valid US driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must pass a security background check and DOT drug test.

Preferred Qualifications for Chief Engineer   

• Experience in tourism and/or cruise industries. 

• Strong understanding of vessel construction and maintenance. 
• Knowledge of all aspects of marine engineering, including electrical systems. 

Traits and Characteristics for Chief Engineer 

To deliver world-class experiences guided by the following Alaska Native cultural values safely and sustainably.  

Embrace Traditional Alaska Native Cultural Values that include Humility and pride, Respect for all people, including oneself, Respect for nature, Humor, Patience, Strength, and Holding each other up. 

Follow & Deliver Core Values: 

• Safety First: We prioritize our guests and team members' safety and well-being, ensuring secure and enjoyable experiences.
• World-Class Employment: We strive to be a world-class place of employment, valuing hard work, mentorship, a sense of ownership, and opportunities for career growth.
• World Class Guest Services: We are committed to exceeding guest expectations, delivering world-class experiences that showcase our hospitality and the beauty of Alaska.
• Collaborative Professionalism: Embracing collaboration within our organization with a professional spirit, understanding that amidst laughter and play, our dedication to excellence and integrity remains unwavering.
• Community Collaboration: Actively choosing to partner with neighbors and the community across Alaska, making a conscious effort to support local businesses and create social and economic opportunities through meaningful cooperation beyond our organization.
• Sustainability at our core: We are dedicated to sustainable operations for future generations.
• Curiosity & Innovation: We encourage a culture of curiosity and innovation, striving to be early adopters in technology and staying ahead in our commitment to continuous improvement.
• Integrity- Driven Decisions: Integrity guides every decision we make, ensuring transparency, honesty, and ethical conduct in all aspects of our operations.
• Cultural Respect & Sharing: We deeply celebrate and honor our Alaska Native heritage, fostering intergenerational connections, embracing family values, and contributing to the cultural richness of our communities.

Environmental Conditions for Chief Engineer  

The environmental conditions are those that an employee may be subject to while performing the essential functions of this job.  

• May include ambient inside temperature, ambient inside lighting, ambient to loud noise levels, all weather conditions, and occasional use of required protective clothing, including raingear and life preserver. 

Physical Demands for Chief Engineer   

The physical demands are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities permit the employee to communicate well with other employees and the public.
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permit the employee to use a computer screen and process numeric data
• Sufficient manual dexterity permits employees to operate a computer keyboard and access files.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes permit employees to move about in a ship throughout tight spaces.
• Ability to walk on uneven deck surfaces, crossing from vessel to vessel. 
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Must be physically able to work a typical workday of an average of 12 hours per day, seven days a week.
• Physically able to climb a 7-foot vertical ladder and fit through a 28-inch escape hatch.

Work Environment for Chief Engineer   

The work environment characteristics described here represent those encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of this job.  

• Frequent interaction with other departments
• When onboard, the crew stays in shared quarters with little privacy and constant vibration and engine noise, often for extended periods. 
• Due to the remote locations of vessel routes, internet connectivity is limited. 
• This is a fast-paced and dynamic work environment with a diverse workforce. 

• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays during the tour season.
• Must adhere to AM Owner Group, & Affiliated Companies, and the United States Coast Guard Consortium Drug & Alcohol Policies & Procedures