Boat Mechanic​/Engineering Technicians

Data Management Services, Inc. (dba: DMS International) is a professional services firm headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, with work locations throughout the continental United States. We prepare managers and executives to lead their workforce through customized learning solutions that drive the standards of an ever‑changing world. Our high‑caliber talent, delivery methodology and innovative solutions contribute to preparing a workforce that is ready for the future.

You can join us on this journey to bring efficiency and creativity to our customers.

DMS International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

DMS is currently seeking Small Boat Mechanic/Engineering Technicians. Small Boat Mechanic/Engineering Technicians will perform classroom and field laboratory support for high‑risk training evolutions.

The Small Boat Mechanic/Engineering Technician provides a varied range of duties associated with the maintenance of a variety of small boats used in the delivery of Waterborne Security and Riverine training, including:

• Performance of enhanced organizational level corrective and preventative maintenance on a wide range of U.S. Navy tactical small craft and all types of small boat assemblies, systems and subsystems.
• Performance of corrective and preventative maintenance on Mercury Marine outboard engines and marine diesel engineering systems, water jet propulsion systems.
• Provide technical and logistical support for U.S. Navy High‑Risk tactical small craft training for various Anti‑terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) Small Boat platforms.
• Management of boats, repair parts, tools and ancillary equipment.
• Maintain electronic service records and repair part inventories.
• Operation of overhead cranes, forklifts, vehicle lifts, oil/water separators, air compressors, generators and related equipment.
• Conduct sea trials with small boats, as required.
• Assist the activity with maintaining their HAZMAT Program in accordance with Navy and Installation requirements.

Small Boat Mechanic/Engineering Technicians must:

• Be a U.S. Citizen.
• Obtain a suitable evaluation for mandatory medical, psychological and drug screenings.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Possess a minimum of five (5) consecutive years’ experience performing maintenance on water‑jet boat propulsion systems and outboard motors.
• Possess an in‑depth and actual operational knowledge of small boats.
• Possess an in‑depth knowledge of current industry technology and developing or future technologies/integration.
• Possess sound knowledge of outboard motor repair and maintenance, corrosion control and prevention, small craft metal repair, electrical systems, fuel systems, gear cases, marine transmissions, inboard marine diesel engines, marine cooling systems, water‑jet propulsion systems and fuel systems.
• Skill in repairing, overhauling and rebuilding marine craft assemblies and sub‑systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex malfunctions requiring knowledge of the interaction of several sub‑systems.
• Skill in the use of hand tools and precision measuring equipment, engine diagnostic and test equipment.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, illustrations, specifications, diagrams and schematics.
• Knowledge of small craft operation, navigation and rules of the road, seamanship and maritime communications, as defined by the U.S. Coast Guard regulations for inland waterways.
• Ability to get underway, moor to a pier and come alongside another boat while underway with both water‑jet boats and boats equipped with outboard engines.
• Ability to plan for, and navigate a boat in open waters.
• Possess or be able to obtain the following qualifications/certifications: NAVFAC P‑307 Category 3 Crane (Non‑Cab) Operator Certification, Outboard Engine Overhaul, Cummins Diesel QSB 5.9 cm 850 Marine Engine Skills…