Field Service Technician

Position Description

If you are looking for a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities - Serco has a great opportunity for you!

 

Serco’s Maritime Engineering Operation (MEO) is seeking a flexible, detail-oriented Engineering Technician to support part-time, on-call (PTOC) assignments across a portfolio of commercial marine projects. This role provides technical support for shipboard systems, field testing, inspections, installations, and engineering evaluations. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in the marine industry, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently in dynamic field environments.

 

In this role, you will:

• Support field inspections, surveys, and ship checks for commercial vessels.
• Assist engineers with testing, data collection, and documentation related to hull, mechanical, electrical, or systems installations.
• Participate in onboard equipment installations, retrofits, and integration efforts.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Provide field-level feedback to project engineers and contribute to issue resolution.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and safety standards during site visits.
• Complete and submit detailed trip or inspection reports.
• Adhere to all PPE, access control, and onboard work requirements for each vessel and facility.
• Support additional field engineering tasks across commercial marine programs as needed.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• High School diploma or GED with 0-2 years experience 
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance (post employment)
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and physically capable of lifting 50 lbs overhead.
• Familiarity with commercial marine standards and vessel systems (electrical, mechanical, HVAC, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency in conducting detailed inventories and recording results.
• Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel 75% on short notice and work in shipyard or onboard environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with vessel modification, retrofit, or new build support.
• Prior work with ABS, USCG, or commercial classification societies.

Meet Your Recruiter!

 

 

Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military and safety of our sailors.

 

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applican