About this role
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Maine Department of Transportation
Salary: 26.17-36.62 hourly
PLEASE NOTE: New employees will start at Step 8 - 36.79/hour (which includes a 21.5% stipend)
Office/Bureau: Maine State Ferry Service
Location: Rockland, ME
Opening Date: November 2, 2026
Closing Date: November 17, 2026
Job Description
This is an Engineer position working on the Rockland-based vessel 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: (Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO the following coursework/training and/or experience).
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: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).
U.S. Coast Guard license as a Marine Engineer for the H.P. of largest vessel owned by the State.
Note: 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 skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 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.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.