JOB We are looking for a Marine Mechanic II to join our team, who will under general supervision, perform preventive maintenance on small ferry vessels, execute light to medium repairs, and partner with outside vendors to perform heavy repairs in conformance with agency policy. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Responsible for maintaining the vessel, performing light-medium repairs and partnering with outside vendors to perform heavy repairs.
Conduct daily preventive maintenance, ad-hoc repairs, organize and order spare parts.
Maintain and repair high-speed Caterpillar, MTU, Cummins, etc. diesel engines, water-jet propulsion and marine diesel generators. Install, maintain, and repair marine electronics. Inspect and evaluate vessels’ primary and auxiliary systems. Ensure that machinery and machinery spaces are maintained in a safe, orderly fashion compliant with applicable requirements and following good marine practice.
As appropriate, repair diesel propulsion engines, fuel systems, lubricating systems, marine electrical systems, water cooling systems, heat exchangers and related marine equipment. Disassemble, repair, rebuild and reassemble marine transmissions, reduction gears, manual and hydraulic clutches; and align shafts, struts and shaft logs.
Sail on vessels to determine service needs and maintenance requirements; conduct test runs after completing major repairs and modifications and make adjustments to the repaired equipment during and after test runs.
Maintain inventory and order lubricants, filters and spare parts for all machinery. Maintain records of all maintenance and repair work and of the "in-service" hours of each piece of marine equipment to ensure proper servicing of the equipment and major engine overhaul as recommended by the agency.
Perform routine inspections of the vessel and its components, checking on all operating and safety equipment as well as electronic componentry to ensure that the vessel is seaworthy in every respect.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Salary Range: The range for this position is $53.20 - $71.55 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Full-time employees receive a generous benefits package including subsidized medical insurance and fully paid dental insurance for employee and dependents, as well as disability insurance and life insurance. This position participates in the Washington State Public Employees’ Retirement Plan with the option of participating in a state administered deferred compensation plan. Employees receive a generous general leave accrual and 11 holidays for which pay is pro-rated based on the number of hours worked per pay period up to a maximum of 80 hours per pay period. Kitsap Transit also provides employees and certain dependents with a free transportation pass on Kitsap Transit.
Hours of Work: Work will be performed on vessels after service hours during the week and on weekends. These hours may vary depending on the business needs of the agency. As the business needs of the agency change, applicants must also be available to work any hours of operation including weekends and all holidays. The schedule for this position may vary from week to week and may include weekend and holiday work on a permanent basis.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: This position requires vision, dexterity, strength, mobility, voice, and hearing capabilities as set forth in USCG licensing standards Medical Certificate (uscg.mil). Job duties may need to be performed in the hours of darkness, outdoors, at sea, and in stressful situations. This position will require lifting heavy objects up to 70 pounds, crouching for extended periods, lengthy mechanical work in very small spaces, climbing ladders, and entering through narrow hatches & passageways. This position may require overtime & may be called upon outside normal business hours for consultation and hands-on support.
Selection Process: After evaluating the completed application packet, we will invite the most qualified applicants to interview for the position. We will not make any hiring decisions until all steps in the selection process are completed including references, background checks and a pre-employment drug screen.
To Apply: If you decide to apply for this position, please visit our employment link at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kitsaptransit.
Closing Date: We must receive your completed application by 4:00 PM June 11, 2026. Please contact Janel Silver in the Human Resources Department at (360) 473-1138 if you have any questions. You may include a resume; however, it may not be used in lieu of a completed application.
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Kitsap Transit is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the hiring process, contact [email protected] or 360-479-4348 (TDD).
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If you qualify for the Veterans Scoring Criteria under RCW 41.04.005 and 41.04.010, you must answer all questions regarding Veterans Scoring Criteria Status Declaration in the application and upload a copy of the substantiating document as listed in the application.
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Kitsap Transit is subject to the requirements of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and CFR Part 40 & Part 655, which prohibits the use of marijuana at any time while employed by Kitsap Transit.
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