Marine Mechanic & Electrical Tech for Government Vessels

Solvere Technical; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Basic life insurance + short- and long

401k plan

Paid time off and holidays

Voluntary supplemental insurance plans

Job summary

Solvere Technical in Virginia Beach seeks a Marine Mechanic/Electrical Technician to support maintenance, overhaul, and upkeep of RHIBs and related systems for USCG, USN, MSC, and other government agencies. Role covers mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical repairs, testing, and transport to client sites nationwide.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as a marine mechanic, USCG boating certification or ability to obtain, a passport, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma.
• Must possess minimum of five (5) years of experience as a marine mechanic.
• Must have or be able to obtain current USCG approved boating course certification.
• Must have or be able to obtain a passport.
• Requires experience using various Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Prior experience with RHIB for federal or USCG boats is desirable.
• Must provide a clean driving record.
• Must provide your own tools and tool box.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team performing mechanical repairs and maintenance on government vessels.
• Performs equipment and component assessments and repairs; identify failures and potential failures.
• Perform repairs and replacements of small boat sponson collar systems.
• Perform all manner of mechanical and electrical repairs and replacements of trailer components.
• Perform regular schedule boat maintenance including oil and filter changes.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting, installation, and testing.
• Greasing; cleaning/safety gear.
• Component repair.
• Conduct operational testing and quality inspections before delivery.
• Maintenance Procedure Card processing.
• Identify materials required for repairs and service.
• Manage progress and ensure work is performed correctly and on time according to standards.
• Inform management of progress status and requirements.
• Transport boats using company vehicle to client locations around the continental US.
• Must be able to launch and recover boats for testing and evaluation.
• Must be capable of operating a forklift safely.

Skills

Mercruiser Bravo series

Caterpillar Marine Diesel engines

Mercury Outboard engines

Hamilton jet drives

Cummins QSB 6.7 marine engines

DC systems and schematics

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Solvere Technical in Virginia Beach seeks a Marine Mechanic/Electrical Technician to support maintenance, overhaul, and upkeep of RHIBs and related systems for USCG, USN, MSC, and other government agencies. Role covers mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical repairs, testing, and transport to client sites nationwide.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as a marine mechanic, USCG boating certification or ability to obtain, a passport, and proficiency with MS Office.