USCG-Licensed Marine Engineer for Ferry Service

State-of-Maine; Rockland (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Maine State Ferry Service in Rockland, ME, is seeking a relief Marine Engineer to operate, maintain, and repair diesel and gas engines aboard our vessels, and to monitor propulsion and electrical systems. You will work across Rockland, Lincolnville, and Bass Harbor routes as needed.

Applicants must hold a USCG Marine Engineer license or higher, and have a valid TWIC card. The position is a relief role, scheduled for 80 hours over two weeks, with voyages on multiple ferries.

Qualifications

• Experience in operation, maintenance, and repair of marine engines and auxiliary equipment.
• USCG license as Marine Engineer or higher required.
• Current TWIC Card required.
• Familiar with vessel engine rooms and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and inspect propulsion machinery on board vessels.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on diesel and gas engines and related systems.
• Ensure security procedures under Maritime Transportation Security Act and assist public as needed.
• Maintain engine rooms and auxiliary spaces in clean and safe condition.

Skills

Marine engineering

USCG license

TWIC card

Diesel and gas engines

Job description

Maine State Ferry Service in Rockland, ME, is seeking a relief Marine Engineer to operate, maintain, and repair diesel and gas engines aboard our vessels, and to monitor propulsion and electrical systems. You will work across Rockland, Lincolnville, and Bass Harbor routes as needed.

Applicants must hold a USCG Marine Engineer license or higher, and have a valid TWIC card. The position is a relief role, scheduled for 80 hours over two weeks, with voyages on multiple ferries.