Marine Small Boat Mechanic — Engine Repair & Testing

Sa Techinc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SA-TECH, a DoD contractor, is seeking a Small Boat Mechanic at Naval Station Norfolk, VA. You will perform preventative maintenance, service, repair, and testing of marine inboard and outboard engines and diesel systems.

Work includes underway testing and ensuring equipment readiness. Requirements include a High School diploma, maritime engine repair experience, US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years maritime engine repair experience.
• Ability to read, write and follow technical directives correctly.
• Familiarity with Honda, Yamaha, Mercury, Evinrude and/or other common industry outboard/outdrive motors a plus.
• OEM Certifications highly desirable.
• Familiarity with MTU, Cummins, Caterpillar, or Steyr Diesel Engines a plus.
• CDL License highly desired, with a clean driving record.
• Familiarity with operating, maintaining and repairing small craft trailers, transporters and prime movers a plus.
• Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Secret Clearance prior to start date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment onboard naval small boats and test craft, check functionality of newly installed equipment, and evaluate system performance while underway during actual operating conditions.
• Install, service, repair and test marine inboard and outboard engines.
• Perform all work safely in accordance with industry standards and best practices.

Skills

Maritime engine repair

Military trade training

Technical directives

Honda outboards

OEM Certifications

Diesel engines

CDL license

Small craft trailers

Driver's license

DoD clearance

Background screening

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade school training

Job description

SA-TECH, a DoD contractor, is seeking a Small Boat Mechanic at Naval Station Norfolk, VA. You will perform preventative maintenance, service, repair, and testing of marine inboard and outboard engines and diesel systems.

Work includes underway testing and ensuring equipment readiness. Requirements include a High School diploma, maritime engine repair experience, US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance, and a valid driver's license.