Job Description

Boston Fire Department Marine Operations Manager

Under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Special Operations, responsible for overseeing and coordinating the maintenance operations of all Boston Fire Department Marine Assets. Manages department budgets as they relate to BFD marine operations. Operates vessels as required in accordance with department policies and procedures. Provides input and direction, as required, on the operation of department vessels. Provides project management oversight as needed for large capital marine projects as well as new builds. Representing the department's marine interests at a variety of municipal, regional, state, and federal meetings.

Responsibilities

• General oversight of the department's maritime assets, to include the marine unit, dive team, and water rescue operations (tech rescue).
• Overseen by the Deputy Chief of Special Operations, provides input and oversight of the budgets for the Marine Unit, Dive Team, and Tech Rescue, Water Rescue for all procurement-related goods and services requests with input from the entire Special Operations Command units.
• Submit requests for goods and services for marine assets and operations.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on all marine vessels, including engines (inboard/outboard, diesel/gasoline), propulsion systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, navigation equipment, communication systems, and auxiliary machinery.
• Ensure all vessels are in a constant state of operational readiness for emergency response, routine patrols, and other planned activities.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and promotes a culture of safety within the marine unit.
• Ensure all vessel operations and maintenance procedures comply with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., US Coast Guard, EPA).
• Conduct regular safety inspections of vessels and equipment.
• Provide project and executive level management for marine capital projects to include vessel new builds.
• May provide training to marine unit personnel on basic vessel maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Represent the BFD, as required, at meetings and conferences that relate to marine operations.
• Oversee and coordinates BFD marine repair and maintenance programs to ensure robust and sufficient marine firefighting capabilities are maintained.
• Coordinate and perform repairs on departmental marine assets.
• Coordinate with vendors and departmental stakeholders to ensure maximum uptime.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• At least eight (8) years of commercial maritime experience encompassing operations and maintenance management experience.
• USCG Licensed Master of 100-ton Near Coastal license required.
• Understanding of procurement and budgeting processes.
• Strong understanding of CFR33, NFPA, and ABYC standards. ABYC standards certification strongly preferred.
• Experience in developing and managing new build construction.
• Extensive experience in the repair and maintenance of small, medium, and large municipal rescue and fireboats.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on marine vessels.
• Aluminum Hull repair and maintenance process and procedures.
• Strong understanding of the repair and maintenance of Outboard Engines (Mercury and Evenruide), Diesel Engines (Iveco, CAT, Cummins), Westerbeke Generators, Kohler Generators, Hamilton Jets, Cruisair Systems, Webasto Diesel Heaters.
• Understanding and comfort in the repair and maintenance of 3-phase 208 power systems.
• Understanding of the maintenance and operation of NFPA Class 2 fire pumping systems.
• Work is performed both indoors in a workshop/marina environment and outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and humidity. The position involves exposure to loud noises, fumes, hazardous materials, and confined spaces. Regular physical exertion is required, including standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance. May be required to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and respond to emergency calls.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are preferred.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, focus on detail, and complete tasks as required by the job.
• Applicants must have and maintain a valid Massachusetts driver's license.

Drug Test Required CORI Required

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms: Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/RA1-21A Hours per week: 40

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