Senior Ferry Systems Technician - Marine Equipment Expert

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Scotland (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and repair on marine equipment aboard ferries and docking facilities, and to prepare vessels for semi-annual and annual U.S. Coast Guard safety inspections.

The role includes maintaining auxiliary systems, dock equipment, and marine engines, while ensuring accurate documentation and inspection readiness. A valid driver's license is required to operate and test critical equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing marine mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manuals.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience preparing for U.S. Coast Guard inspections.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare maintenance and repair documentation and work orders.
• Maintain vessel auxiliary systems and dock equipment.
• Diagnose and repair marine engines and related components.
• Prepare ferries for Coast Guard inspections and accompany inspectors.
• Operate and use tools and testing devices.

Skills

Marine maintenance

Blueprint reading

Marine diagnostics

Record keeping

Manual labor

Driver's license

Instrumentation reading

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and repair on marine equipment aboard ferries and docking facilities, and to prepare vessels for semi-annual and annual U.S. Coast Guard safety inspections.

The role includes maintaining auxiliary systems, dock equipment, and marine engines, while ensuring accurate documentation and inspection readiness. A valid driver's license is required to operate and test critical equipment.