Senior Marine Technician

Senior Marine Technician Salary $70,366.40 - $99,881.60 Annually

Location Corpus Christi, TX

Job Type Full-time

Job Number 2026-00515

Department Marine Assets

Opening Date 03/16/2026

Closing Date 4/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Job Summary

Hiring Range: $70,366.40 - 89,369.28/Year. It is anticipated that the hiring rate offered will be +/- the midpoint range depending on qualifications.Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team! This position is under the direct supervision of the Marine Assets Marine Engineer to assist in the planning and budgeting of all maintenance and repairs of the Ports boats. This will include, but is not limited to, overseeing all maintenance and minor repairs of the main propulsion diesel engines, generators, auxiliary pumps, outboard motors, fire pumps, fire suppression systems, pneumatic/hydraulic systems and electronics.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversees the Preventive Maintenance Plan for all marine assets

Oversees performance of Marine Technicians who complete preventative maintenance, calibrations, adjustments and minor repairs to the main propulsion diesel engines, generators, auxiliary pumps, outboard motors, fire pumps, fire suppression systems, pneumatic/hydraulic systems and electronics.

Maintains equipment history records

Reads, interprets and follows owners manual/manufacturers maintenance recommendations

Researches parts, materials and equipment necessary to complete jobs

Ensures accurate, up-to-date inventory of tools and equipment

Directs and trains assigned team in daily general preventative maintenance

Assures mechanics' work area, tools and equipment are cleaned upon completion of assignments

Ensures team members are properly attired daily with proper protective equipment

Plans work accordingly while taking into account importance of asset versus prevailing weather conditions

Plans and projects needs and changes to meet anticipated shifting conditions and performs other marine asset duties as required by the Marine Engineer

Adheres to PCCA policy and department procedures

Maintains good employee relations and promotes teamwork

Promotes safety awareness and environmental consciousness and complies with all applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations

Drives Port-owned vehicles as necessary to complete assigned tasks

Subject to random, post incident/accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring drug and alcohol testing consistent with PCCA Substance Use & Abuse Policy

Works, on average, eight hours per day Monday - Friday.

Subject to recall on weekends, holidays and evenings though rare

Subject to recall to duty at any time in the event of a critical incident

CPR certified or ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment

Tier 2 status designation

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The preferred candidate for this position should be an organized, thorough, and disciplined individual with a focus on maintaining integrity in support of the PCCA. Candidate must possess the following:

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Valid U.S. driver's license

High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred

Formal marine diesel engine repair school preferred or similar work history will be considered

Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment

EXPERIENCE & JOB KNOWLEDGE

Caterpillar C18 and Cummins QSC marine diesel engines

Suzuki Outboards

Caterpillar and Westerbeke diesel generators

24V and 12V DC shipboard electrical systems

Firefighting foam pump systems

5+ years marine diesel technician experience desired

Experience with marine preventative maintenance systems

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Ability to write reports/correspondence, and speak effectively before employees

Ability to ability to speak, read and write English, interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals

Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written, to communicate in a clear and concise manner with other mechanics, technicians, supervisors and management team

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form and to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

Hands-on, self-motivator with an excellent work-ethic approach and strong technical knowledge and skills

Effective collaboration, partnership and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook and other applications

Ability to understand, interpret, and apply all PCCA policies

Promotes and adheres to the SEAPORT values including local/state/federal laws.

Maintains good employee relations; encourages and fosters an environment where teamwork prevails. Assists senior management and office staff where appropriate.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined, climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp/handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders. Must be able to maintain balance while underway on a boat.

Ability to work in a general office environment, and on a work site with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel-toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions

Ability to operate mechanical and electrical equipment and light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested and qualified candidates must apply online at www.portofcc.com on or before April 13th, 2026, 11:59 PM CST. If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a drug test and alcohol screening as well as a verification of information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, PCCA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status.

PCCA employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package:

Competitive salary paid bi-weekly

Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth

Low-cost, high quality benefit package including health, dental & vision insurance

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary life and AD&D, disability, supplemental, and pet insurance

Virtual care telemedicine 24/7 with $0 copay (medical, mental health, dermatology, nutrition, neck & back care)

Education Assistance Program (tuition reimbursement)

529 Education Savings Plan

Passes to local venues, such as the Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington Museum

Paid leave (vacation, sick, bereavement, jury duty, parental)

Fourteen (14) paid holidays

Employee assistance program, volunteer time off, referral program, and wellbeing benefits

Salary commensurate with experience

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01 Are you 18 years or older? Yes No

02 A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred. Do you have this level of education? Yes No

03 Formal marine diesel engine repair school preferred or similar work history will be considered. Do you possess this knowledge? Yes No

04 This position prefers experience servicing or maintaining Caterpillar C18 and/or Cummins QSC marine diesel engines. Do you possess this preferred skill set? Yes No

05 This position prefers experience servicing or maintaining Suzuki Outboards. Do you possess this preferred skill set? Yes No

06 This position prefers experience servicing or maintaining Caterpillar and/or Westerbeke diesel generators. Do you possess this preferred skill set? Yes No

07 This position prefers experience servicing or maintaining 24V and 12V DC shipboard electrical systems. Do you possess this preferred skill set? Yes No

08 Knowledge and operation of firefighting foam pump systems preferred. Do you have this preferred knowledge and experience? Yes No

09 A minimum of five years plus years of experience as a marine diesel technician with specific experience with marine preventative maintenance systems desired for this position. Do you have this preferred experience? Yes No

10 This position requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form and to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

11 This position requires the candidate to have the ability to speak, read, write, and interpret a variety of documents and instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals in English, and carry out oral and written instructions. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

12 This position requires the ability to write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively before employees. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

13 The successful candidate must have good communication skills, both verbal and written, to communicate in a clear and concise manner with other mechanics, technicians, supervisors and management team. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

14 The successful candidate demonstrates strong knowledge and technical skills, a hands-on approach, self- motivated, and a solid work ethic. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

15 The successful candidate must demonstrate effective collaboration, partnership and problem-solving skills. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

16 The successful candidate must be proficient in in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook and other related applications. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

17 The successful candidate must have the ability to understand, interpret, and apply all PCCA policies, while promoting and adhering to the SEAPORT values and state/federal laws. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

18 The successful candidate must have the ability to maintain good employee relations and encourages and fosters a helpful environment where teamwork prevails. Assists senior management and office staff where appropriate. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

19 The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Do you meet these requirements? Yes No

20 The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects with our without reasonable accommodation. Do you meet these requirements? Yes No

21 The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to walk and stand on level and/or inclined, climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp/handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders. Do you have the ability to meet these requirements? Yes No

22 Maintaining balance in adverse conditions, including while underway in patrol boat, rough waters, sudden and abrupt up and down, side to side motions is required for this position. Would you be able to meet this requirement? Yes No

23 This position requires the candidate to have the ability to work in a general office environment, and on a work site with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

24 This position requires the ability to operate mechanical and electrical equipment and light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

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Employer Port Of Corpus Christi Authority

Address 400 Charles Zahn Jr. Drive Corpus Christi, Texas, 78401

Phone 361.885.6162

Website https://portofcc.com/