Ferry Engineer - INTERMITTENT
State of MaineJob Details
Job Description
If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete your application through the internal application process (Find Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local Human Resources representative for application information.
PLEASE NOTE: New employees will start at Step 8 - $35.21/hour (which includes a 21.5% stipend) This is an Intermittent position (on an as-needed basis) providing professional services work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of diesel and gas engines and auxiliary equipment on marine vessels. Work involves monitoring all operating propulsion machinery and electrical generating facilities on-board vessels; and inspecting, adjusting, and maintaining machinery in accordance with established operational and safety standards.
- Performing security functions per the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 as well as provides information and direction to the public as necessary.
Must be familiar with Ferry Service Vessel’s and engine room operations. Must be licensed with the USCG as a third assistant engineer or greater or possess a DDE4,000 HP endorsement. Clean and maintain the engine room, auxiliary spaces and various other systems on the vessel.
- Performs other duties as required by immediate supervisor.
Must be in possession of a valid TWIC or be able to get one within 30 days.
MINIMUM:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:
in the operation, maintenance, and repair of marine engines and auxiliary equipment. Required to have a current TWIC Card - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Card. Card is provided by TSA -Transportation Security Administration.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
REQUIREMENTS:
U.S.:
Coast Guard license as a Marine Engineer for the H.P. of largest vessel owned by the State. Application Instructions: Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.
If have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov Why join our team? No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day.
We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total
compensation:
package, including: Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Wellness – We care
about:
you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy. Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value). Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive
benefits:
package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn
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for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
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Benefits:
may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your
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Applicants demonstrate job
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in differing ways, and we appreciate that many
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and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal
Opportunity:
employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
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