#2662 Field Engineer- BOAT MECHANIC (FE30)

Advantedge Technology•Port Hueneme, CA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a motivated and experienced Boat Mechanic/Deckhand to support operations aboard the Self Defense Test Ship (SDTS), operating out of Port Hueneme, California. This position supports the SDTS and it’s Small Vessel Fleet in the preventative maintenance, repair, troubleshooting and underway mission operations. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience operating and maintaining US NAVY RHIBS in a shipboard environment. Primary Operator and custodian of SDTS Small craft fleet including US Navy 7m RHIBS, Small Outboard Engines and Outdrives. Candidates with prior U.S. Navy experience as a Boatswains Mate or Engineman with small craft PQS are highly desired.

Requirements

Technical Degree and 4 years’ experience or No Degree and 8 – 10 years of boat maintenance experience.
Experience with Marine Diesel Engines and Outdrives, Conventional Outboard.
Capable of reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints and mechanical schematics.
Able to troubleshoot issues and work independently with limited supervision.
Understanding of Small Boat Systems including but not limited to Mechanical, Electrical and Hydraulic Systems.
Able to obtain and maintain a California Boater’s Card, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC),U.S. Coast Guard Medical Certificate, and a basic Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with STCW endorsements.
Able to obtain and maintain access to Naval Base Ventura County.
Able to pass a background investigation and obtain a DBIDS credential.

Nice To Haves

U.S. Navy Boatswain Mate (BM), Engineman (EN), or equivalent maritime experience highly desired.
Familiarity with shipboard maintenance practices and engineering operations.
Fiberglass Repair and Gel Coat application.
Understanding of shipboard safety programs and lockout/tag-out procedures.
Current TWIC, MMC w/ STCW, and Coast Guard Medical Certificate.

Responsibilities

Primary Operator and custodian of SDTS Small craft fleet including US Navy 7m RHIBS, Small Outboard Engines and Outdrives.
Conduct preventative maintenance in accordance with NAVY PMS SKED based systems.
Train and familiarize boat crews in the safe operation and maintenance of small craft fleet.
Support underway operations and stand navigational or engine watches as assigned.
Support shipboard casualty response and emergency operations as well as participate in shipboard drills, training, and operational evolutions.
Launch and recover boats from trailers.
Follow all shipboard safety requirements, tag-out procedures and QA processes.
Work closely with ship’s force and engineering personnel to support SDTS mission requirements.
Support extended work hours, shift work, and underway periods when mission requirements dictate.