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Grand River Navigation Company

2nd Assistant Engineer

Traverse City, MI

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
26 Sept 2026

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Description

Come Sail with us on the Great Lakes!

If you are looking to become part of our team that strongly values safety, efficient operations, a family-oriented environment, come sail with us! Grand River Navigation has one of the best leave and rotation systems on the Great Lakes. With unprecedented teamwork and some of the most talented colleagues in the industry we can guarantee you will enjoy a career with us!

Grand River Navigation Company is the U.S. operating subsidiary of Mainstay Maritime. We are one of the largest marine transportation service providers operating on the Great Lakes today with a combined fleet of 15 bulk freight vessels that provide service to over 50 customers across the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway.

Competitive total rewards package including income, paid travel to/from the vessel, healthcare benefits, retirement savings plans and work/life balance with best-in-class rotation. We have many education opportunities and upgrade bonuses to support career growth at a pace that is right for each individual.

"We can go where the big ships go and also where they can't!"

Our Company is searching for qualified candidates for the position of 2nd Assistant Engineer aboard our US flagged self-unloading vessels.

Responsibilities

  • Stand engineering watches and assist with the safe operation of vessel machinery and equipment.
  • Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of propulsion and auxiliary systems.
  • Monitor engine room operations and report equipment issues to senior engineering officers.
  • Maintain engineering logs, maintenance records, and regulatory documentation.
  • Assist with fuel transfers, bunkering operations, and inventory of engineering supplies.
  • Support compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in emergency response drills and vessel emergency operations.
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized engine room and machinery spaces.
  • Assist with drydock projects, inspections, and major equipment overhauls as needed.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the Chief Engineer in support of vessel operations.

Benefits

  • As an employee, you are part of the Mainstay Maritime family where teamwork and safety are core values
  • Highly competitive wages and benefits including medical, dental, vision, company paid long-term and short-term disability and life insurance, 401K with company match
  • Excellent companywide safety record
  • Company paid training and education opportunities

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Requirements

  • TWIC Card - Transportation Worker Identification Credential
  • United States Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC) issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG)
  • MMC Endorsement as 2nd Assistant Engineer of Motor Propelled Vessels Unlimited Horsepower
  • Unexpired US Passport or Enhanced Driver's License and allowed entry into Canada
  • Legally authorized to work in the US, without restriction
  • Excellent communication and ability to multi-task
  • Experience working as a team and desire to working together as a team player
  • Experience and desires to align to our Values: Creating a Positive Customer Experience, Health/Safety/Environment focused, High Integrity and Teamwork

Grand River Navigation is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We also comply with Family Medical Leave Act and Employee Rights Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

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