Marine HVAC Technician - Dry Dock Assignment

V.Group (V.Ships); United States; Remote; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

V.Group (V.Ships) seeks an experienced HVAC Technician to join the Marella Explorer during dry dock. You will maintain and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems across the vessel, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and international standards.

The role requires STCW certification, strong problem solving, and the ability to work in confined spaces and long shifts. Prior shipboard experience is essential; candidates must be physically fit and ready to join on 31 October and disembark by 26

Qualifications

• Valid STCW 95 certification and applicable regulatory certifications.
• Proven experience as ship refrigerator fitter with screw and centrifugal compressors.
• Knowledge of refrigeration, AC distribution, and ability to solve issues.
• Physically capable and medically fit; able to work in confined spaces.
• Proficient reading technical drawings and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair ship HVAC equipment and domestic refrigeration.
• Coordinate with technical teams and departments.
• Follow safety procedures and pollution prevention rules.
• Lead by example on health and safety.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.

Skills

HVAC systems

STCW certification

Reading technical drawings

English proficiency

Education

STCW 95 certification

Tools

Refrigeration systems

AC distribution systems

Screw compressors

Centrifugal compressors

Refrigerant handling

Job description

V.Group (V.Ships) seeks an experienced HVAC Technician to join the Marella Explorer during dry dock. You will maintain and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems across the vessel, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and international standards.

The role requires STCW certification, strong problem solving, and the ability to work in confined spaces and long shifts. Prior shipboard experience is essential; candidates must be physically fit and ready to join on 31 October and disembark by 26