Showboat - Engineering Technician, Vessel Operations; Seasonal

Engineering Technician, Vessel Operations

Job Category:
Maintenance & Construction

Location:

Branson, MO 65616, USA

Job Summary:

As an Engineering Technician for Silver Dollar City's Showboat on Table Rock Lake in Branson, MO, you will be assigned to safely perform a wide variety of custodial, mechanical maintenance, and repair tasks to vessel equipment in a cost-effective manner. We are looking for applicants that demonstrate attention to detail, multitasking skills, and problem-solving skills. Applicants should also demonstrate the ability to work well with others and the aptitude to learn.

This position starts now and ends 01/15/2027.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Punctuality and reliability are an absolute must;
  Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;
  Safely completes tasks on time.
• Comply with all appropriate regulations of the US Coast Guard, Army Corps of Engineers, Department of Natural Resources, Missouri Water Patrol, and all other Federal, State, and Local regulatory units under which the vessel operates.
• Daily use of computer-based maintenance management software to receive assignments and enter input upon completion.
• Proactively cooperates with Vessel Restaurant, Merchandise, and Entertainment departments to ensure a consistently safe and high-quality entertainment experience for all passengers.
• Trains and participates in handling lines, shore power, sewer, and water connections in a safe, legal manner.
• Train and participate in all assigned drills and remain proficient in rescue boat operation in a safe and consistent manner in case of emergencies and during assigned drills.
• Ensure safe and complete securing of vessel systems and mechanical equipment at the end of the voyage.
• Work in group problem-solving situations as a team player;
  Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Pursue training and development opportunities;
  Strive to continuously build knowledge, skills, and a safe working environment.
• Remain balanced and consistent in difficult or emotional customer situations; respond safely and promptly to customer needs; respond to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments to ensure a safe and secure customer environment.
• Employee works with integrity and ethics; uphold organizational values. Follow policies and procedures; support organization's goals and values.
• Adhere to all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) requirements.
• Maintain appearance and grooming standards when guests are potentially present.
• Speak clearly;
  Listen and get clarification;
  Respond well to questions;
  Participate in meetings.
• Use strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

• Must be comfortable working on a moving vessel away from land.
• Must be able to communicate efficiently.
• Must have a thorough understanding of basic vessel construction, general mechanical operating principles of HVAC/refrigeration, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing and electrical generation, supply, and distribution is required as well as reading an electrical measuring device.
• Must have basic computer knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office software (Word and Outlook) and Internet applications.

• Must meet Basic Deckhand Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) as detailed in USCG NVIC 1-91 as well as the Engineering Technician PQS (equivalent to Deckhands with Engineering Responsibilities defined in the NVIC).
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver's License.
• Must be able to Obtain a Transportation workers identification Credential.

• One year mechanical or electrical experience preferred.

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

• Stand:
  Uneven terrain, inclines, asphalt, and concrete.
• Walk:
  Uneven and sloped surfaces, including to and from assigned employee parking and employees assigned work area.
• Climb:
  Up/down stairs/ladders, uneven and sloped…