The City of Virginia Beach is looking to hire a Mechanic Technician II for the Marine Service Shop in the Public Works Fleet Management Division.

The chosen candidate will perform the following repairs and/or maintenance of boats and similar vessels:

• Coordinate repairs and scheduled maintenance with marine vendors and internal City marine vessel users
• Perform repairs such as major tune-ups, replacing water pumps, hydraulic lines and hoses, and hydraulic trailer brakes
• Perform tasks listed on Automotive Services Preventive Maintenance Checklist, such as oil changes, lubrication, safety checks, battery checks and other marine related maintenance
• Installation and maintenance of electronic components and systems
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair marine engines (inboard/outboard); repair outdrive and lower units and power trim units
• Engine rigging of out-board engines
• Test engines, transmissions, propellers, and navigational and related systems to diagnose malfunctions

This position has been designated as Alpha I and the incumbent may be required to report to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status.

Minimum Requirements: Completion of eighth (8) grade plus three (3) years of experience in mechanical repair work utilizing the required knowledge, skills and abilities and associated with such positions as Line Mechanic, Automotive Mechanic, Heavy Duty Mechanic or Construction Mechanic; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina driver’s license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV driver’s license eligibility requirements.

Preferences:

•         Prior Professional Marine Mechanic experience at a marine repair facility (Boats, In-Board/Out-Board Motors, Watercraft, Jet Propelled). Mercury Verado and Four-Stroke Certs., and Classic Certifications; Cummins Marine

•         Experience operating vessels up to 50 feet in length

•         Proven experience communicating with customers and vendors

•         Experience using computerized work order software programs

•         Mercury Marine Certification

•         Class A CDL

•         Virginia State Inspector’s License

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.

CDL Hiring Bonus: Newly hired employees with a valid Class A or B CDL will be eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus paid in three increments during the first year of employment.

Virginia Beach is not only one of America’s favorite resort destinations, but also a place we proudly call home — a true Community for a Lifetime. We are proud of our diverse and resilient economy, highly skilled workforce, low tax rates, vibrant neighborhoods, and top-rated schools. With beautiful beaches, a variety of shops and restaurants, and a wealth of cultural and recreational activities, you’ll quickly see why so many choose to make this their community too.

The City of Virginia Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.