Machinery Maintenance Mechanic (OPS MMNMC)

CARDINAL POINT CAPTAINS INC • Port Hueneme, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cardinal Point Captains, Inc. is seeking an experienced and qualified Machinery Maintenance Mechanic to provide vessel support services at Naval Base Ventura County in Port Hueneme, California. The role supports small military craft maintenance and repair, vessel at-sea transfers, and marine-system troubleshooting. It is a full-time, non-exempt position with daily reporting to the Port Hueneme facility. Work may involve travel to remote locations, at-sea and dockside environments, and occasional overnight assignments. The stated work schedule is an alternative 9/80 schedule: nine-hour shifts Monday through Thursday, with alternating Fridays (one eight-hour workday and one day off).

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical-school or specialized training in the appropriate field, or four to six years of experience performing the stated functions in lieu of that education.
• Ability to diagnose marine engine malfunctions and make repairs to restore equipment to operating condition.
• Ability to follow preventive maintenance programs using technical service manuals and schematic charts.
• Basic understanding of computers, networking, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work well with others as a team member.
• Current California driver's license.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Must obtain a U.S. Department of Defense interim security clearance before the hire date; final clearance must be granted and maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including on shore and afloat on even or uneven surfaces that may be dry or wet.
• Ability to work in a seaborne environment, at remote locations, and on occasional overnight assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Mercury Marine gasoline inboard/outboard marine engines is highly desired.
• Experience in a military environment at E5 or above, or on a military facility, is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation and maintenance of small vessels, approximately 12 to 60 feet, at Point Hueneme, California.
• Operate military small craft according to applicable procedures, including high-speed operations in rough water.
• Diagnose marine engine malfunctions across models and make repairs to restore equipment to operating condition.
• Follow preventive maintenance programs using technical service manuals and schematic charts for marine engines and related equipment.
• Assist with equipment fabrication and recommend purchases of required parts and supplies.
• Serve as a crew member on vessels of various sizes.
• Perform other assigned duties, including forklift operation, HAZMAT-related work, and safe use of personal protective equipment and small hand tools.
• Travel to remote work locations and support routine deployments on support and target vessels, including within the United States and occasionally outside the United States.
• Work overtime when required to support operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED