Marine Engineer of Fire Boats - Fire Department (H110)

Marine Engineer Of Fire Boats - Fire Department (H110)

Under general supervision, maintains the fireboat's mechanical and electrical systems in condition of general readiness; takes charge of the vessel's engine room while enroute and during emergency situations; maintains up-to-date logs and other records in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations; ensures that personnel aboard the fire boat adhere to safety standards; and performs other duties as required.

Distinguishing Features : An H110 Marine Engineer of Fireboats is distinguished from H120 Pilot of Fireboats in that the H110 is responsible for mechanical and electrical systems and the engine room of the fire boat, and the H120 is responsible for piloting and navigating the fire boat.

Supervision Exercised : Supervises the engine room crew.

Major, Important, and Essential Duties :

1. Maintains the fire boat's mechanical and electrical equipment in condition of general readiness during an assigned shift.

2. Provides working supervision over engine room crew while docked, on standby, enroute, and during emergency conditions.

3. Plans and supervises the work of subordinate engine room personnel; assists with maintenance of the fire boat; overhauls and repairs the main engines, auxiliaries, pumps, electric motors, and related equipment; maintains engineering spaces in clean and orderly condition.

4. Performs intermediate to advanced level metal fabrication, welding and machine work repairs and improvements related to steel and aluminum vessels and vessel components including other materials such as stainless-steel, cast iron, cast aluminum, bronze etc...

5. Assumes lead role in all aspects of drydocking Fire Department vessels. These duties include conceptualizing vessel specific improvement and repair projects as well as planning, designing, execution and oversight of all shipyard projects in conjunction with all levels of shipyard personnel. Additionally, responsible for ensuring a high level of work quality and craftsmanship of multiple projects being completed simultaneously with an emphasis on job site cleanliness and vessel pride.

6. Inspects and maintains the fire boat equipment in operational order.

7. Participates in fire suppression duties as necessary and practicable.

8. Takes effective damage control measures to save personnel and equipment on board in case of casualty or emergency caused by collision, grounding, foundering, explosion, or fire.

9. Participates in cleaning, scaling and painting duties; performs minor repairs and alterations to topside areas, holds, firefighting and deck equipment.

10. Maintains up-to-date engine room log books and other records in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

11. Stands regular watches at the fire station and performs general station maintenance duties while docked.

12. Completes all necessary reports, correspondence, and documentation as required in performance of duties [e.g., journal entries, maintenance logs, etc.].

13. Ensures all personnel aboard the fire boat adhere to safety standards.

14. Instructs crew members in proper fire boat maintenance and operations procedures, and in routine and emergency duties.

15. Conducts authorized and scheduled citizen fire boat tours.

Minimum Qualifications :

This selection process is open to individuals meeting at least all of the minimum qualifications listed below at the time of application filing.

• A high school diploma or an equivalency certificate (e.g., G.E.D., California High School Proficiency Certificate)
• Possession and maintenance of a current valid Designated Duty Engineer license issued by the United States Coast Guard for a diesel-powered vessel of 4000 shaft horsepower or greater. Equivalent USCG engineer licenses may also qualify.
• One year of experience [2080 hours] in the last two years as a Marine Engineer on a diesel-powered vessel or relevant supervisory role in the maritime industry such as Port Engineer.

Desirable Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Knowledge of : theory and operation of marine diesel engines used in fireboats; installed auxiliary equipment such as piping, pumps, and compressors; installed fire equipment and basic laws of hydraulics and mechanics involved in the operation of the equipment; fuels and lubricants; operation and maintenance of marine electrical motors, generators, control systems, and other components; safety procedures in hazardous conditions; seamanship; nautical terms; maintenance requirements of fire boats and related equipment; Fire Department communications system related to fire boat operations; objectives, principles, and practices of waterfront pre-fire planning; Fire Department organizational functions, rules, regulations, and procedures; and principles of supervision and training.

Ability to : plan, supervise, and participate in major or minor repair and maintenance overhaul of machinery, systems, and equipment; supervise and train engine room personnel; establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and the general public; effectively perform required physical aspects of the job; properly and effectively use Fire Department equipment; think quickly and use good judgment in making decisions under stressful circumstances; communicate effectively both orally and in writing to Department members, members of the public, and representatives of other agencies; complete and maintain necessary records, reports, correspondence, and documentation as required.

License or Certificate :

1. Possession of a current valid Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) license issued by the United States Coast Guard for a diesel-powered vessel of at least 4000 shaft horse power.

2. Pass federally mandated random drug screening.

Verification : A copy of the current valid Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) license issued by the United States Coast Guard for a diesel-powered vessel of at least 4000 shaft horsepower must be received by the Public Safety Team, Department of Human Resources, 1 South Van Ness, 4th floor, San Francisco, CA 94103 by the final filing date.

The verification may be submitted via attachment to the application or email [dhr-publicsafety@sfgov.org]. Applicants who do not submit the verification by the deadline may be disqualified.