Maintenance Mechanic

Moor+South PIER Management Co. LP; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Blue & Gold Fleet in San Francisco Bay is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to keep its passenger vessels safe, reliable, and compliant with U.S. Coast Guard regulations.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, reduction gears, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and propulsion systems; diagnose failures; plan projects; order parts; and document surveys and work records. This is a union, on‑site role requiring a valid driver’s license and TWIC; pay ranges from $44.52

Qualifications

• Three years of marine engineer experience in the small passenger vessel field.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with diesel engines, marine electrical systems, hydraulics and propulsion.
• TWIC or ability to obtain TWIC.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; travel between Vallejo, Alameda and SF may be required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, gears, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and propulsion systems.
• Diagnose mechanical/electrical failures and perform safe repairs.
• Plan maintenance projects, order parts, coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
• Complete vessel condition surveys, inspections and maintenance records accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas aboard vessels and in shops.
• Collaborate with engineers, captains, operations, vendors, and management.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Respond to scheduled and emergency maintenance to support fleet operations.
• Promote safety, environmental stewardship, and compliance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Initiative

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Compensation: USD 44.52 - USD 59.68 - hourly

Company Description

Blue & Gold Fleet has been the premier provider of ferry and water excursion services on San Francisco Bay for over 40 years, offering the famous one-hour San Francisco Bay Cruise, the 90-minute Escape from the Rock Cruise around Alcatraz Island and a Sunset Cruise.

The company provides regular ferry service across the bay through its contract with the Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) service to: Harbor Bay, Main Street Alameda, Oakland, Richmond, Seaplane Lagoon, San Francisco Ferry Building, South San Francisco, Vallejo, Oracle Park (for San Francisco Giants games and special events) and Chase Center (for Golden State Warriors & Valkyries games and special events). Blue & Gold Fleet operates a fleet of 25 vessels.

Our engineering team maintains one of the largest and most diverse passenger ferry fleets on the Bay. We are committed to operating safe, reliable vessels through professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and high-quality workmanship. Every member of our engineering department plays a critical role in ensuring our vessels are ready to safely serve thousands of passengers every day.

Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining the safe, reliable, and operational condition of company vessels in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations and company standards.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, reduction gears, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, sanitary, propulsion, steering, and auxiliary systems.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures, identify root causes, and perform safe, effective, and lasting repairs.
• Plan maintenance projects, order materials and replacement parts, and coordinate repairs to minimize vessel downtime.
• Complete vessel condition surveys, inspections, maintenance records, and work documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas aboard vessels, within company facilities, and in maintenance shops.
• Work collaboratively with fellow engineers, captains, operations personnel, vendors, and management to ensure timely completion of maintenance activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance practices, and operational efficiency.
• Respond to scheduled and emergency maintenance needs as required to support fleet operations.
• Promote and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer service.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking maintenance mechanics who take pride in their work and understand the importance of keeping a passenger fleet operating safely and reliably.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A strong work ethic with dependable attendance and follow-through.
• Ownership and accountability for assigned work from start to finish.
• Pride in producing high-quality workmanship rather than temporary fixes.
• Initiative to identify problems before they become failures.
• Professionalism, integrity, and a positive attitude.
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a marine engineer within the small passenger vessel industry or equivalent field.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience maintaining diesel engines, marine electrical systems, hydraulics, pumps, propulsion equipment, and auxiliary machinery is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems using technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license with a clean driving record for the past five (5) years. (Travel between Vallejo, Alameda, and San Francisco facilities may be required.)
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), or the ability to obtain one.

Rate: $44.52 - 59.68 per hour (DOE)

This is a union position.

Additional Information

Blue & Gold Fleet is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

PIER 39 will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For more information visit https://sfgov.org/olse/fair-chance-ordinance-fco..

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