Small Boat Mechanic (Engineering Technician III - V)

Description

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Location: Naval Station Norfolk, VA

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 34-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

SA-TECH supports the Combatant Craft Division (CCD), a dynamic U.S. Navy Directorate specializing in design, research, development, testing, and evaluation of experimental watercraft for its DoD clients. We provide full spectrum Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support of various combatant craft, patrol boats, Special Operations Forces platforms and coastal craft, ensuring performance and fleet readiness.

SA-TECH is currently hiring a Small Boat Mechanic for CCD at Naval Station Norfolk who will be responsible for the preventative maintenance, service, repair, troubleshooting, and testing of marine inboard and outboard engines, as well as diesel engines. The technician will troubleshoot equipment onboard naval small boats and test craft, check functionality of newly installed equipment and evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions. All work will be performed safely in accordance with industry standards and best practices.

The following job functions are basic requirements (but other duties may be assigned as well):

• 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.

Work Conditions:

• May be required to work first shift (0700-1530) or second shift (0830-1700).
• Work will be performed inside and outside enclosed buildings and will include sitting, standing, walking, light lifting, and reaching.
• Will, when needed, be required to be underway onboard Navy small craft, serving as chief engineer. These are typically same-day trips and don't usually require overnight stays at sea.

Requirements

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, OEM, or related trade school training preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of maritime engine repair experience (level of technician will depend on years of direct experience).
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and follow technical directives correctly.
• Highly desired/preferred additional skills include:
  • 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.

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Working at SA-TECH:

As a highly regarded DoD employer, SA-TECH recognizes that our success is indicative of our team members' hard work and dedication towards a common goal… Supporting our Warfighters. Along