ChiefEngineer-ShoreBased

Ingram Marine Group is seeking an Chief Engineer - Shore Based in Columbus, KY. This position is responsible for safely assisting and completing job tasks on overhaul, dock and/or engineering projects in a timely manner including critical system installs, repairs, maintenance, and other operations including fueling, cleaning, and painting. What you will be doing: * Able to fulfill vessel Chief Engineer job duties along with additional responsibilities * Responsible for preventive and routine maintenance of vessels, equipment and dock * Conducting repairs to engines, pumps, motors, etc. * Maintaining necessary paperwork * Performing special technical assignments as directed * Assisting Chief Engineers and vendors with accomplishing repairs and maintenance underway and or dock side * Assisting with communications to vessel engineers, troubleshooting problems, training of junior engineers, gathering new ideas for all job task improvements * Communicating Ingram Barge Company standards and policies to all vendors ## Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Able to safely operate aboard a vessel and perform necessary tasks within the safety guidelines * Able to perform in a fast paced environment and quickly respond to unexpected circumstances and safety concerns * Able to apply mechanical and electrical skills while repairing and maintaining a vessel during assigned projects * Working knowledge of welding, plumping, electrical, carpentry other associated concepts * Able to identify and employ appropriate safety practices in order to manage risks * Able to effectively communicate and cooperate with a team * Must have creative problem solving skills * Must have the ability to trouble shoot and resolve problems * Must have current and valid driver’s license * Proven leadership skills and strong interpersonal skills * Basic skills with MS Outlook and Internet Explorer preferred ## Additional Information Working Environment / Conditions: * High school diploma or eq