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About the job
Responsibilities:
The Oiler will report to the Chief Engineer and will be responsible for operating and maintaining the engine room and other mechanical systems and equipment aboard the vessel.
The Oiler may:
- Make hourly or other rounds as instructed of all machinery spaces and equipment
- Start/stop auxiliary machinery as directed by duty engineer
- Assist with lining up valves and lines for engine room systems
- Perform minor repairs/maintenance
- Keep engine room and other machinery spaces clean and oil free
- Maintain and operate main engines- change oil & air filters, maintain proper fluids, coolants and oils; and maintain main engine logs
- Check gauges, fluid levels, lubricants and report any problems to the mechanic
- Ensure the fuel and oil transfers from work boats are performed safely using procedures and guidelines set forth by Diamond Offshore
- Perform housekeeping duties in and around the engine room
- Participate fully in all Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives and safety programs and in pre-tour weekly safety meetings
- Follow Diamond Offshore Global Excellence Management System (G.E.M.S)
- Perform other duties as directed
Basic Qualifications:
- At least 18 years of age
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions
- Willing to work a 28-Day rotation
- Possess or able to obtain a valid Transportation Worker’s Identification Credential (TWIC).
- Possess Merchant Mariner’s Document (Z-card) with QMED endorsement
- 2 or more years’ experience in a maritime or offshore drilling vessel
- 2 or more years of direct maintenance experience with fixed and rotating equipment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Possess High School Diploma / GED or higher
- Related vocational school certificate or higher
- Possess or able to obtain a valid passport
