Ferry Mechanic
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Description
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Position Summary
Under general supervision, the Ferry Mechanic performs preventative, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, trouble-shooting, repair, and modifications on structural, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, piping and control systems found on ferry vessels and passenger terminals; performs related work as assigned. Responsibilities include record keeping and written verification of work accomplished.
Salary Range:
Day Shift: $56.32 per hour
Swing Shift: $56.32 per hour + 10% differential pay
Graveyard Shift: $56.32 per hour + 15% differential payEssential Responsibilities
- Working with computers on a daily basis for work scheduling, work order entry and work order reporting on the Districts electronic maintenance system in addition to notifications and communications.
- Conducts tests, analyses and measurements as directed to diagnose any unusual, erratic or malfunctioning occurrence in any shipboard or terminal system or component.
- Reports any unusual wear patterns, noise, pressure, temperature, or changes in voltage, current, cycles, resistance or any other indication of potential malfunction.
- References manufacturer schematics including blueprints, drawings and specifications to resolve maintenance issues.
- References parts catalogues and other sources to determine correct parts for specific applications.
- Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs and overhauls as directed.
- Documents and records work performed and parts and materials used in the electronic maintenance system.
- Reports all safety hazards and corrects unsafe situations immediately where possible.
- Immediately reports to supervisor any potential maintenance problem or condition which could cause a possible schedule delay.
- Maintains all work areas, special tools and equipment used in performing maintenance function, in a clean and orderly manner.
- Operate a forklift and other equipment/vehicles safely.
- Interacts on a regular basis with vessel operations personnel.
- Adheres to the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to job.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service.
- Performs additional related duties as assigned.
- Regular and reliable attendance and performance required.
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GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE, HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT

Based in San Francisco, the District consists of three operating divisions including Bridge, Bus, and Ferry, and an Administrative division. The District offers a variety of career opportunities to consider, including transit operations and maintenance for Bus and Ferry Divisions, professional and clerical, as well as, skilled labor and crafts positions. The District employs about 800 regular full-time, part-time, and temporary employees.
The District values our employees and customers who come from many diverse backgrounds. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our region and to ensuring that our employees and customers are treated fairly and free from intolerance and discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
Our goal is to provide our employees with the best possible compensation and benefits including competitive salaries, generous paid sick, holiday and vacation leave, District-paid group life insurance, excellent medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage, participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) pension plan, optional deferred compensation program, free transportation on the Golden Gate Bus and Ferry systems, free passage on the Golden Gate Bridge, and much more!