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Posted: March 10, 2026 (3 days ago)

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MARINE MACHINERY MECHANIC SUPERVISOR

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Department of the Navy

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$49.49 - $57.72

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team of mechanics in maintaining and repairing engines and equipment on Navy small boats and support craft in Hawaii.

You'll supervise daily operations, plan long-term work schedules, and ensure all repairs are done efficiently and safely.

It's a great fit for experienced marine mechanics who enjoy mentoring others and have strong leadership skills in a hands-on technical environment.

Key Requirements

  • Proven ability to lead or supervise teams in a technical setting
  • Knowledge of mechanical principles for repairing diesel and gas engines
  • Experience in small craft repair, maintenance, and overhaul of propulsion machinery
  • Skills in preventive maintenance, welding, and marine painting
  • Ability to mentor and train subordinates on machinery and safety practices
  • Proficiency in planning assignments, coordinating work, and maintaining production records

Full Job Description

You will serve as a MARINE MACHINERY MECHANIC SUPERVISOR in the Navy Region Hawaii (CNRH) Port Operations Program of NAVAL STATION.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job.

Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.

The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE 1) Utilizing supervisory techniques, instructional techniques and good engineering practices to effectively give supervisory oversight; 2) Managing subordinates and team leads utilizing supervisory techniques to ensure that all credentials and certifications are obtained and up-to-date; 3) Mentoring and training on the following: mechanical principles, small craft repair and maintenance, and various types of machinery; 4) Repairing and overhauling main propulsion machinery including diesel engines and auxiliary machinery installed on service craft; 5) Performing preventive maintenance and repair on gas and diesel engines and associated machinery; 6) Supervising and overseeing marine equipment installed on small boats and service craft to include the hull and all installed parts and components, welding and marine painting.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:

  • You will provide supervision for the assigned shop personnel and technical guidance to subordinate's engineers in the maintenance and repairs of all types of machinery found on service craft, small boats and harbor support equipment.
  • You will be responsible for direct supervision of subordinate personnel and serve as the first level supervisor.
  • You will work with supervisors of other shops regarding work coordination.
  • You will maintain production records and prepare reports.
  • You will plan assignments on a long-range basis (up to twelve months).
  • You will coordinate efforts of the associated shops for trouble calls, major and minor repairs, and the scheduling of subject repairs to obtain maximum efficiency, expedite work, and for planning purposes.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/10/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/11/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: ST-12904798-26-KEB