Virginia Department of Transportation · 1 day ago
20957 - Ferry Repair Tech Sr
Surry, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelVirginia Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining and repairing ferry and docking equipment. The Senior Ferry Repair Technician will perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment onboard ferries, prepare them for safety inspections, and ensure compliance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
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Responsibilities
Prepare, process, and maintain required maintenance and repair documentation
Generate, complete, and close-out work orders in computer system
Perform time and leave entry
Prepare parts requests
Complete paperwork for warranty inspections and repairs
Perform maintenance and repairs on auxiliary systems like Air condition units, sanitary system, steering, fuel, electrical equipment and other auxiliary equipment on board the ferries
Maintain and repair loading ramps including repair or replacement of sheaves, cables, hydraulic components, and other associated equipment
Perform preventive maintenance on dock equipment
Diagnose and repair marine engines including fuel pumps and injectors, governors, jacket water pumps, cylinder heads, power assemblies and other components
Perform tune ups and preventive maintenance
Inspect and test safety devices, relief valves, shut down devices, firefighting equipment, and other safety-related equipment to verify proper system operation
Accompany U.S. Coast Guard inspectors during inspection to verify system operability
Qualification
Required
Ability to independently perform major repairs and maintenance on a variety of marine equipment
Ability to maintain accurate records and reports
Ability to operate large and small equipment, motor vehicles, and tools
Ability to perform heavy manual labor
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Ability to read, comprehend service and repair manuals, gauges, testing devices and blueprints
Knowledge of the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of marine mechanical equipment
Skill in the use of computers and software applications
Valid driver's license
Preferred
A combination of training, experience, or education in Maintenance, or related field desired
Experience preparing for U.S. Coast Guard inspections
Experience repairing and maintaining marine mechanical equipment
Company
Virginia Department of Transportation
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels.
Founded in 1875
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.9MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2022-02-16Grant· $1.9M
Leadership Team
Laura Farmer
Chief Financial Officer
Edward Cooper
Deputy Chief Information Officer
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