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Marine Maintenance Engineer

Salary

$37,782.00 - $66,120.00 Annually

Location

Currituck County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-06199

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

Transit

Opening Date

05/16/2025

Closing Date

5/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Marine Maintenance Engineer

Position Number

60089106

Salary Grade

NC08

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

Location Notice: The position requires the employee to travel up and down the NC coast with varying project assignments. Work schedule is 7 days on and then 7 days off. Living accommodations are provided onboard vessels during the 7-day working shift. Relocation to Currituck is unnecessary as the report station will be to project location at any of the Ferry Division terminals.

The Marine Maintenance Unit conducts a variety of tasks including dredging, the installation, repair and maintenance of pilings, replacement of channel markers, construction and subsequent maintenance of dredge material placement sites, and the repair and maintenance of ramp and gantry systems at each NCDOT ferry terminal along the coast.

This position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and inspection of all engines and auxiliary equipment including pumps, generators, winches, and other mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical equipment on several floating assets within the unit. This includes a hydraulic cutter suction pipeline dredge, crane barge, four towing vessels and three barges. Work includes preventive maintenance and minor repair of the equipment and participation in major overhauls while vessels are dock side either at the Manns Harbor Shipyard or Cherry Branch Maintenance terminal. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Marine Maintenance Master and is evaluated through the safe and efficient performance of all equipment. Other duties may be assigned by management upon request.

This is a permanent position with the state of North Carolina that offers all available state benefits including medical, leave options, and retirement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

+ Knowledge of the operating principles of diesel and gasoline engines; reduction gears; hydraulic, air and electric control systems; and vacuum and pressure pumps

+ Knowledge of the operating principles of reduction gears and hydraulic systems

+ Knowledge of the operating principles of air and electric control systems

+ Knowledge of the operating principles of vacuum and pressure pumps

+ Demonstrated ability to determine the cause of and procedures to follow in repairing malfunctioning equipment

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

Graduation from High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma with supplemental course work in diesel motor and electrical repairs and three years of experience in the maintenance, overhaul, and operation of industrial or marine engines powered by diesel fuel and gasoline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements Transportation Worker Identification Credential Card (TWIC) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) May require National Crane Operator certification, U.S. Coast Guard Master of Towing certification, and a Class A CDL.

Supplemental and Contact Information

René Basnight – 252-423-5125 – [email protected]

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

+ Yes

+ No

02

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the operating principles of diesel and gasoline engines, reduction gears, hydraulic, air and electric control systems, and vacuum and pressure pumps?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

03

Explain how you have knowledge of the operating principles of diesel and gasoline engines, reduction gears, hydraulic, air and electric control systems, and vacuum and pressure pumps.

04

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the operating principles of reduction gears and hydraulic systems?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

05

Explain how you have knowledge of the operating principles of reduction gears and hydraulic systems.

06

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the operating principles of air and electric control systems?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

07

Explain how you have knowledge of the operating principles of air and electric control systems.

08

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the operating principles of vacuum and pressure pumps?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

09

Explain how you have knowledge of the operating principles of vacuum and pressure pumps.

10

Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated determining the cause of and procedures to follow in repairing malfunctioning equipment?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

11

Explain how you have demonstrated you have the ability to determine the cause of and procedures to follow in repairing malfunctioning equipment.

12

Do you possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential Card (TWIC) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)?

+ Yes

+ No

13

If you answered yes to the question above list the number and expiration date.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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