Waterfront Technician

Fincantieri Marine Repair; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Waterfront Technician on 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM). The role supports docking, mooring, and heavy equipment handling to prepare vessels for land bays and dry docking, with emphasis on safety and hands-on mechanical work.

The ideal candidate will have formal technical training or a journeyman/associate's degree, 2 years waterfront experience, and certifications for forklift, manlift, or travel lift.

Qualifications

• Formal technical training or journeyman/associate degree.
• At least 2 years waterfront experience preferred.
• Certifications for forklift, manlift, and travel lift operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare docking sites in land bays or dry dock, including vessel positioning and blocking operations.
• Assist with vessel mooring, line handling and waterfront support operations.
• Measure and mark vessel blocking locations for drydock alignment.
• Operate power tools and perform maintenance, repair, and assembly around heavy equipment and vessels.
• Support small boat operations and high-risk evolutions with proper guidance and supervision.
• Work non-standard hours and perform other duties as assigned (occasional overtime).

Skills

Measuring & marking

Power tools operation

Line handling

Small boats & equipment

Microsoft Office

Safety awareness

Education

Journeyman/Technical/Associate degree

2 years waterfront experience

Forklift/Manlift/Travel Lift certs

Tools

Forklift

Manlift

Travel lift operation

Vessel docking equipment

Job description

Description

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America is hiring for a Waterfront Technician at our Jacksonville, FL location. This is a 1st shift role, Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. (FMSNA) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.

Position Summary

The Waterfront Technician is responsible for supporting waterfront activities within the shipyard, ensuring vessels are safely and efficiently prepared for land bays or dry docking, maintenance, and movement within the facility. This role plays a key part in coordinating waterfront activities involving heavy equipment, vessel positioning, and critical marine evolutions while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols. This position requires strong attention to safety, technical accuracy, and comfort with hands‑on work operating in physically demanding outdoor conditions.

Essential Functions

• Prepare docking sites in land bays or dry dock, including vessel positioning, haul‑outs, and blocking operations
• Assist with vessel mooring, line handling, and overall waterfront support operations
• Measure and mark vessel blocking locations to ensure proper drydock placement and alignment
• Operate power tools and perform general waterfront support, maintenance, repair, and assembly work while maintaining a safe and clean work environment around heavy equipment and vessels
• Support small boat operations and high‑risk vessel evolutions with proper guidance and supervision
• Flexible to work non‑standard hours and other duties as assigned, including the occasional overtime

Requirements

• Must be proficient with measuring and marking for vessel blocking
• Ability to safely operate power tools and maintenance equipment
• Ability to perform line handling with vessel lines for mooring and vessel support activities
• Ability to operate and maintain small boats, forklifts, manlifts, and a travel lift preferred
• Ability to work in inclement weather (cold, hot, rain, snow, etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
• Must have basic organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMSNA and have high values for safety awareness

Education and Experience

• Journeyman, Technical, or Associate's degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 2 Years of waterfront experience preferred
• Certifications and/or Licenses: Have or are willing to obtain Forklift, Manlift, and/or Travel Lift Operation certifications

Competencies

Fincantieri's core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:

• Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning
• Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals
• Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction
• Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, handle, manipulate, or feel objects and controls; stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; and speak or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 35lbs regularly and up to 50lbs occasionally. Work is performed both inside and outside in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid climates. The employee may also be required to work in confined spaces and at varying heights. PPE is required to minimize noise exposure, moving machinery, weather elements, and other potential hazards, including the risk of injury.

Posting Disclaimer

This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.