Marine Diesel Mechanic

Amentum•San Diego, CA

17h•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Marine Diesel Mechanic with expertise in small craft and shipboard propulsion and auxiliary systems. The role is suited to candidates with Engineering Department experience and proficiency in marine propulsion, electrical, auxiliary, and control systems. Work is performed at a Navy Training Command at Naval Amphibious Base (NAB) Coronado, California. This is an hourly, overtime-eligible Service Contract Act (SCA) position. The stated compensation range is $28.44–$35.01 per hour. In addition to the base hourly rate, the employee may be eligible for a health and welfare payment for each hour worked, subject to SCA requirements and selected fringe benefits.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Naval Base security access clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials or authorization at this work location.
Five years of experience as a Navy Engineman, Navy Construction Mechanic, or Navy Electrician’s Mate, or equivalent civilian experience.
Qualified as a Navy Second Class Swimmer or equivalent.
Available to work alternate schedules as required by training needs.
Willing to work occasional overtime.
Able to work in indoor and outdoor environments and conditions.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a Navy Engineman, Electrician, or Electronics Technician with Improved Navy Lighterage System (INLS), Maritime Prepositioning Force Utility Boat (MPFUB), Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo (LARC), Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC), or Amphibious Bulk Liquid Transfer System (ABLTS).
Familiarity with CAT C18 and C4.4, John Deere 6081, Cummins QSM-11, Evinrude outboard engines, Hamilton and Wartsila waterjets, and hydraulic and electrical systems.
Experience with 460 and 115 Vac distribution systems, 24 Vdc, diesel engine electronic control systems, and programmable logic controllers.
Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance and preservation of Navy small craft.

Responsibilities

Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance.
Operate and control propulsion-system casualties in port and underway on small Navy watercraft.
Execute pre-start and post-operation checks.
Adhere to Amentum’s Ethics Program, Workplace Environment, and Occupational Safety standards.
Maintain cleanliness of assigned work areas or craft.