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Hotel Engineer Job Description and Duties:

- Reports to the Staff Engineer and the Chief Engineer

- Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all machineries, equipment and systems outside the main engine room

- The Hotel Services Engineer is in charge of all the technical personnel dealing with electrical, electronic, plumbing and air conditioning systems of a cruise ship, as well as chlorination of drinking water, the general water distribution of the ship and that in the swimming pools and jacuzzis

- Keeps updated the archive of operational or maintenance books, drawings and equipment

- Assumes the role of the Staff Engineer during prolonged maneuvers

Hotel Service Engineer Job Requirements:

• Certificate of Competency - IMO III/2 (First officer or more, no limitation for other than ro-ro vessels)

• Extensive experience with minimum two years as a Hotel Service Engineer or in subordinate positions on board ships

• Degree in Mechanical or Marine Engineering from accredited maritime school or equivalent

• Very good experience with AC, refrigeration systems, managing a large team of plumbers/ fitters

• Excellent verbal and written command of the English language

Hotel Service Engineer Salary Range:

$6500 - 8500 U.S. per month and up depending on the cruise line and time served with the company. Possibilities for promotion to Staff Engineer position.