Ferry Engineering/Maintenance Supervisor - (2502271)
Position Information
Are you ready to lead the charge in keeping Galveston’s vital ferry system running smoothly—rain or shine? Join a fast-paced, mission-critical operation where your leadership in engineering and maintenance directly supports the safe, reliable transportation of thousands of daily commuters and visitors. As the Engineering and Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll oversee a skilled team of Marine engineers and maintenance staff maintaining large motor ferry vessels, landings, and shore facilities—ensuring 24/7 operational readiness. Oversee the upkeep and readiness of large motor ferry vessels, landings, docks, and shore-based systems. Collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies to maintain compliance and operational excellence. This role is perfect for a proactive problem-solver with marine systems experience and a passion for public service. If you’re looking to make a tangible impact on your community while working in a dynamic coastal environment, this is your opportunity.
Minimum Salary: 65,104.00 Maximum Salary: 106,634.00
Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Locations: Galveston/Bolivar Ferry Office 1000 NORTH FERRY ROAD Galveston 77550
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job
Location Flexibility: Onsite
Position Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for a degree on a year-for-year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• 5 years in marine engineering operations. (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent). Related graduate-level education may be substituted for experience on a year-by-year basis.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have required US Coast Guard (USCG) certifications and documents appropriate for the position and vessel being operated.
• Must have or obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within 90 days of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation
• Works in narrow aisles or passageways
• Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
• Reaching - extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing - prolonged periods of time
• Walking - moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Lifting - raising objects from a lower to a higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Fingering - picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand
• Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing - perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts
• Close Visual Acuity - using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
• Visual Acuity - operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
• Visual Acuity - determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

• Approves vessel shipyard availability work requests and bid specifications, prioritizes vessel sequence and approves advance preparations of owner-furnished equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with basic principles of sound engineering practices and procedures.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with unit standard operating procedures, manufacturer’s technical and instruction manuals, U. S. Coast Guard requirements, and American Bureau of Shipping standards.
• Forecasts requirements and ensures the availability of adequate supplies, materials, and equipment necessary for the operation and repair of large motor ferry vessels, shore facilities systems, and other equipment.
• Monitors safety practices by inspecting vessels, shore facilities, equipment, and work areas, identifying hazards and ways to correct them, and devising methods to improve safe working conditions and promote on-the-spot corrections.
• Monitors the performance of special marine unit contracts for services, annual dredging; vessel shipyard availability; major facility, landing, and workdock renovations; new construction projects for facilities and replacement ferry vessels.
• Performs as the owner’s representative for progressing shipyard work and approves scheduling or required American Bureau of Shipping and U. S. Coast Guard inspections and dock and sea trials.
• Reports to the supervisor on matters affecting the operational capability of the unit, including engineering, maintenance, or repair requirements of concern.
• Serves as unit monitor for compliance with American Bureau of Shipping and U. S. Coast Guard requirements for the safe and efficient operation and certification of large motor ferry vessels.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.