Marine Machinery Mechanic Leader

U.S. Coast Guard

Glen Burnie (MD)

On-site

USD 53,000 - 61,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Personal leave days

Paid federal holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Fitness centers

Wellness programs

Job summary

The U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security, Industrial Department, Mechanical Group in Baltimore, MD seeks a skilled Marine Machinery Mechanic Leader to supervise and actively contribute to the maintenance and testing of ship propulsion and related equipment.

The position emphasizes hands-on leadership, technical diagnostics, and adherence to safety and quality standards with opportunities for professional development and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

Experience leading a group of workers.
Experience with shipboard propulsion machinery and related equipment.
Ability to read blueprints and perform testing/adjustments.
Proficiency with precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

Lead a group of workers in installation, repair, overhaul, and testing of shipboard equipment such as propulsion machinery, engines, ordnance machinery, elevators, refrigeration, pumps and fire-fighting systems.
Pass on supervisor instructions and ensure necessary tools and materials are available; demonstrate proper methods and adjust systems for proper operation.
Diagnose malfunctions using computerized equipment and electronic diagnostic systems; use precision instruments to repair and test equipment.
Complete mandatory training and participate in required ongoing education for success in the role.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Technical diagnostics

Precision measurement

Tools

Calipers

Tachometers

Micrometers

Job description

Department: Department of Homeland Security

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, US Coast Guard, Industrial Department, Mechanical Group in Baltimore, MD.

Key Responsibilities

You will work with and lead a group of workers engaged in the installation, repair, overhaul, maintenance, adjustment and testing of such vessel equipment as ship propulsion machinery, main and auxiliary engines, ordnance machinery, elevators, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, ventilating blowers, pumps, fire-fighting equipment, galley, laundry and similar equipment. Being a civilian working for the Coast Guard makes you a valuable team member.

Typical duties include: Passing supervisor's instructions on to workers, working with others and setting the pace; demonstrating proper work methods, making sure that the needed blueprints, tools and materials are available. Independently reassembling and installing equipment, connecting the power sources, performing operational and functional tests, and making required adjustments in order to ensure proper operation of the entire system.

Diagnosing malfunctions with computerized equipment and electronic diagnostic systems. Using precision test and measuring instruments such as levels, feeler gauges, tachometers and calipers, height gauges, depth gauges, verniers and micrometers to repair, adjust and test shipboard equipment and machinery such as cargo handling machinery, and fire fighting equipment.

Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.

Requirements & Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $38.21 – $44.55/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-18.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.