Mechanic​/Engineer - Statue Cruises

Statue Cruises Ellis Island NJ, 1 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 7:00 AM

The Mechanic Engineer is responsible for the maintenance and appearance of the Statue Cruises vessels.

• Successfully and safely perform installation, maintenance, and repair tasks for all vessel systems, including but not limited to main engines, generators, steering, hydraulic, electrical, lighting, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, and sewage systems.
• Maintenance tasks including but not limited to engine overhauls, AC/DC electrical troubleshooting, machinery rebuilds, preventative maintenance, and hydraulic steering work.
• Utilize power tools to accomplish designated tasks.
• Checks, tests, and maintains automatic controls and alarm systems.
• Assist with fueling, filling water, pumping sewage, and connecting/disconnecting shore power as directed.
• Accept tasks and work orders from the duty Port Engineer and plans/implements execution.
• Ensures that all vessels exceed the minimum standards for the USCG and all Federal, State, and local safety standards.
• Ensures vessel systems are always in an inspection-ready condition.
• Conducts environmental, operational, and performance tests on marine machinery and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Strong hands‑on experience of vessel engineering and maintenance.
• Must have basic set of hand tools.
• Must know how to safely and properly use hand and power tools needed for the job.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle emergency response.
• We are a quality hospitality organization that serves the public year‑round. Working weekends and holidays may be required.

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.