University of Alaska Southeast

JOB SUMMARY:  The intern candidate will gain exposure to and assume responsibilities for a variety of engineering functions to support the Chief Engineer and ensure the safe and efficient operation of the vessel or land plant and its equipment and machinery.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Repairing and maintaining vessel or plant equipment and machinery including generators, fish processing equipment, deck cranes, blast freezers, refrigerant-containing equipment, ship elevators, fish pumps, forklifts, and company vehicles
• Assisting with the operation of the ammonia or freon refrigeration systems
• Maintaining current and accurate documentation of rounds and maintenance activities
• Develop familiarity with the Process Safety Management (PSM) Plan, standard operating procedures (SOPs), OSHA standards, environmental compliance requirements, and emergency response procedures

JOB ENVIRONMENT:

• Internship is performed at a seafood processing facility located in Alaska
• Candidate may be assigned to a vessel or at a land plant 
• Work conditions may be cold, wet and noisy

REQUIREMENTS:

• Current enrollment in or completion of a relevant technical degree or certification (preferably one involving electrical systems, refrigeration, or mechanical engineering)
• Some work experience demonstrating a general maintenance and repair background
• Welding and fabrication ability with aluminum and stainless steel preferred

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Must be available to work from June 1 to August 31 (dates are flexible)
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Able to work with seafood including various types of fish and shellfish
• Able to work up to 18 hours per day seven days a week
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally during the work shift
• Able to follow directions and adhere to work rules
• Able to work well with others and live harmoniously with room-mates and others of diverse backgrounds in a confined area
• Prompt, reliable and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job
• Required to don an immersion survival suit and be physically able to board life raft or cross to another vessel without assistance in the event of an emergency
• Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation