Shore-Side Marine Technician: Diesel Engines & Vessel Systems

Hornblower Corp; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp seeks a Marine Technician for shore-based maintenance and repair of passenger vessels in the Boston area. The role covers diesel engines, water jets, hydraulics and electrical systems on USCG-inspected vessels, with duties centered in Charlestown and Quincy, MA for the regional fleets.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and control systems, and participate in dry dock work, ensuring reliability and safety across the fleet.

Qualifications

• Experience with diesel engines and heavy machinery preferred.
• Ability to work in marine environments and comply with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on diesel engines and vessel machinery.
• Repair engines, generators, water jet propulsion, gears, hydraulics.
• Maintain water jet systems while afloat or in dry dock.
• Repair vessel plumbing, valves, tanks, and pumps.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems and sensors.
• Support dry-dock repairs and shipyard tasks.
• Document maintenance using company systems.
• Record tasks, hours and training in the program.
• Work assigned shifts by Port Engineer.
• Assist with ongoing maintenance goals to improve vessel reliability.

Job description

Hornblower Corp seeks a Marine Technician for shore-based maintenance and repair of passenger vessels in the Boston area. The role covers diesel engines, water jets, hydraulics and electrical systems on USCG-inspected vessels, with duties centered in Charlestown and Quincy, MA for the regional fleets.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and control systems, and participate in dry dock work, ensuring reliability and safety across the fleet.