Chief Engineer- Shore Based
- Pay
- SHR
- Location
- Columbus, KY · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Lead / Staff
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- welding
- electrical systems
- pump and motor repair
- preventive maintenance
About the role
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
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
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Working Environment / Conditions: High school diploma or equivalent required 2 - 3 years of engine room experience required Must have the physical ability to transit all work environments for vessel and facility docks (i.e. lifting, climbing, confined spaces, maneuver hazardous areas) Able to bend, stoop and stand for long periods of time Able to frequently lift, hold and carry equipment weighing up to 70 pounds Able to safely enter and exit confined spaces, ascend and descend an 8-foot ladder, and negotiate uneven and moving surfaces Able to wear and use full or half face respirator Able to meet weight and size limits outlined in safety standard guidelines Able to hear, understand and communicate instructions in English, particularly in emergency situations Able to work in extreme weather (i.e. heat, cold, snow) Able to work in a fast-paced environment Able to live and work for a minimum 14 days aboard a towboat or at a dock facility Able to secure reliable travel to and from other facilities and/or vessels Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates ("Company") is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled We participate in EVerify
From Ingram Barge Company's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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What is the salary for the Chief Engineer- Shore Based role at Ingram Barge Company?
The Chief Engineer- Shore Based posting at Ingram Barge Company states compensation of SHR. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Ingram Barge Company's official career site.
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