Engine Room Internship

Salary: $200.00 Daily Location : Multiple Locations - Western Washington, WA... Job Type: Internship Job Number: 24DOT-WSF- Engine Intern 24.2 Department: Dept. of Transportation Division: Washington State Ferries Opening Date: 06/18/2024 Closing Date: 6/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Description About WSDOT Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation! The Washington State Ferry (WSF) system is essential to Washington's transportation network, linking communities on both sides of Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands. There are over 400 sailings each day on 10 ferry routes. WSF transports nearly 17 million passengers a year and has more than 1,800 employees. Employees perform a variety of duties on vessels, in terminals, at the maintenance facility, and at the Seattle headquarters. The Opportunity WSDOT is currently seeking to fill Engine Room Internship positions. The Internship positions will facilitate the accrual of training and sea-time, pursuant to 46 CFR § 12.501/12.503. Candidates accepted to this position will be eligible to accrue up to 120/8 hour (80/12 hour) sea-days of engine service. What to Expect Interns will perform ship-board training on a 12-hour-on/12-hour-off schedule, under the guidance of vessel engine officers and ratings. Successful completion of this program is applicable toward the balance of sea-service requirements of QMED/Oiler certification courses, or a Maritime Academy sea project curriculum. • Interns will receive $200 for each watch they are interning • Interns are not eligible for benefits or retirement Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required: • Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) • Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) • Valid U.S. Coast Guard Medical Certificate without engine rating restriction. • Ability to pass a DOT drug test. • Proof of future enrollment in or completion of a National Maritime Center (NMC) approved QMED - Oiler or Junior Engineer course. Important Notes • Internship Timeline. • July 10, 2024 - WSF Engine Internship Training Starts • July 19, 2024 - Interns report to their vessel • Washington State Ferries will provide the following training to all Interns. • One (1) day introduction/Policy & Procedures/HR Induction training. • Three (3) days of mandatory training to be completed remotely Check out this video to learn more: How to Apply Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine your salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application: • An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date. • Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment. Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application for this opportunity. WSDOT is an equal-opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter. WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit Contact Us For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Renee Mason, at renee.mason@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 24DOT-WSF-Engine Intern 24.2 in the subject line. More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time. Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information. Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave. Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165. Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave. Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave. Additional Leave Leave Sharing Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits. Updated 12-31-2022 01 Have you uploaded your Resume and Merchant Mariner Credentials? • Yes • No 02 Do you possess a current MMC, TWIC, and Valid Medical Certificate? • Yes • No 03 Please list any limitations/restrictions you may have on your USCG Medical Certificate. (please enter N/A if this does not apply)? 04 Please enter your last name as listed on your MMC. (please enter N/A if you do not have an MMC) 05 Please enter your seven-digit Merchant Mariner reference number. (applications without a valid reference number will not be considered) 06 Have you completed, or will you have completed a USCG-approved QMED - Oiler or Junior Engineer course by July 18th? • Yes • No 07 If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please list the Maritime Training Institution and the date the date of completion. 08 How did you learn of this employment opportunity? • Indeed • LinkedIn • Direct Email Notification • WSDOT social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc) • Career Fair • Monster • WorkSource • Handshake • AASHTO • NACTO • COMTO • APWA • "NOW HIRING" banner/sign • Radio advertisement • WSDOT Employment Site • Careers.wa.gov • governmentjobs.com • Other (specify below) 09 If you selected 'Other' on the previous question, please specify how you learned of this employment opportunity in the space provided: Required Question