Oiler for BC inland ferry

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Marine Oiler
WaterBridge Ferries - Arrow Lakes
Francois Lake, BC
From $30.30 an hour - Casual

WaterBridge Equipment – Francois Lake Ferry Division

Marine Oiler - Auxiliary Position Available

At WaterBridge, we believe that people are the core of our business. We are proud to offer our employees a positive work environment, competitive salaries and excellent benefits. When you are a member of the WaterBridge team, you enjoy a stable career where your ideas are encouraged and skills valued. We are proud to say that we promote from within and have internal programs and educational opportunities to assist you in your career aspirations. We offer a worksite in one of the prettiest areas in the country to live and work. If you are an avid outdoor person you can ski, sled, bike and hike in some of the best natural areas in British Columbia.

Who we are:

WaterBridge Equipment is a private-owned ferry operator company based in Francois Lake, British Columbia, Canada. As contractors to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, we are responsible for the safe ferry passage of people in the communities surrounding the Arrow Lakes in BC. Our ferry crews are Transport Canada trained and certified. We pride ourselves on the impact we make on the local economies in which we operate.

Who you are:

You are a confident Oiler who prides him/herself on ensuring the vessel is performing at its best. Nothing makes you happier than hearing the engines’ hearty rumble upon demand. You have great pride in your work and know that what happens below deck impacts the crew and passengers above. Your years of experience tinkering with machinery was a prelude to being known as the “man/woman who can fix and maintain anything”.

Marine Oiler, Auxiliary

Under the direction of the Engineer, the Oiler is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of vessel machinery in the engine room as required under Transport Canada Marine Regulations. This position is located in Francois Lake, BC.

Key Accountabilities:

Assists the Engineer in the servicing, maintenance, repairs and operation of the ship's machinery by carrying out planned maintenance routines such as lube, fuel and oil filter changes, base inspections, waste systems and setting valve gear clearances etc.

Is proficient in starting and shutting down main engines and auxiliary machinery
Maintain inventory of spare parts
Completes and maintains applicable logs, records and reports
Maintains and repairs deck machinery, deck pumps , bilges and hydraulic equipment
Participates in and operates all equipment associated with fire, lifeboat/life raft and emergency drills
Changes over electrical power from ship to shore and shore to ship
Checks and maintains in good operational condition all personal protective gear
Assists in terminal facilities, maintenance, operations and repairs as required
Assists on deck as required subject to vessels operations.
Meets and interacts with the public in a diplomatic and courteous manner
May perform Night Watchman duties including refueling
Maintains good ships’ husbandry throughout the engine room
Painting and maintaining overall vessel appearance
Performs other related duties

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

STCW Basic Safety or Domestic Vessel Safety Certification an asset. Suitable candidates may be offered paid training and must be able to travel for schooling
Must provide a valid Marine Medical Certificate prior to start date
Pleasure Craft Operators Card- an asset
Must hold a valid BC Driver’s License – Class 5
Minimum Grade 12 Graduation Certificate required
Working knowledge of internal combustion engines and related machinery
Minimum of one-year experience in a machine shop or garage assisting with repairs and maintenance of various engines
Ability to interact effectively and courteously with others
This position can be physically demanding
Is a team player with an approachable demeanor
Good written and oral communication skills a must
Demonstrated ability to respond to emergency situations calmly, effectively and efficiently
Working knowledge of marine vessels and ferry systems an asset
·Must be comfortable working in enclosed spaces

Note: This position is offered as an Auxiliary position and is considered “as and when required” with no guarantee of hours. You are required to be on call from one shift (1 day) to seven shifts (7 days) at a time with as little as 12 hours’ notice. Basic accommodation is available and travel to the point of assembly is at your own cost. The position is best suited for someone living in the area or planning to relocate.

Posting is open from July 9- 22,2024

We thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. WaterBridge Group is committed to the principles of Employment Equity.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $30.30 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 70 per week

Benefits:

Company car
Company pension
Dental care
Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

On call

Supplemental pay types:

Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

Francois Lake, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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