Engineer - Of Watch

Responsibilities: 

• Completes scheduled preventive maintenance tasks and other work assigned by the EIC.
• Maintain a continuous power supply to the riverboat through either the use of shore power or diesel generator sets. Ensure the main generators are ready to auto start and assume the electrical load on the electrical buss when the riverboat experiences a loss of shore power.
• Makes periodic rounds of the riverboat to verify that machinery and equipment are functioning properly. Specifically checks the condition of fire and safety equipment. Takes corrective action to remedy observed discrepancies. 
• Answers and remedies maintenance calls received during the watch.
• Notifies the EIC of system malfunctions in accordance with Standing Orders.
• Maintains an engine room watch log of all significant activities during the watch.
• Fulfills emergency response duties assigned to the EOW in Station Bills.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Coordinates scheduled engineering tasks with the Captain-Of-The-Watch.
• Directs the Riverboat Technician performing maintenance in the riverboat.

Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Successfully completes EOW Qualification Program.
• Successfully completes an accredited course in basic firefighting. This requirement can be met by completing either (a) USCG-approved course or (b) training by the Shreveport Fire Department.
• Successfully completes CPR, First Responder, and Automated Electronic Defibrillator (AED) certification.
• Knowledge of computers and the ability to generate documents and keep accurate records.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Preferred Education and Experience:  Post-secondary education or high school diploma.

Physical Demands:  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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit.  The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Additionally, the employee must be able to work from various heights and depths in the riverboat environment. 

Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with extreme noise conditions (protection provided).  Must be able to hear and understand security radio transmissions during normal casino noise.  Must be able to work in a smoking environment.