Marine Machinery Mechanic Helper

U.S. Coast Guard · Department of Homeland Security

📍 Glen Burnie, Maryland 💰 $24.5 – $28.58/hr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: U.S. Coast Guard
Department: Department of Homeland Security
Location: Glen Burnie, Maryland
Salary: $24.5 – $28.58/hr
Hiring Path: Fed Transition
Number of Openings: 1
Security Clearance: Not Required
Date Posted: 2026-08-31
Application Deadline: 2026-09-09

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Job Summary

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, US Coast Guard, Industrial Department, Mechanical Group, in Baltimore, MD.

Key Responsibilities

Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Assisting higher level worker by performing specific simple and routine tasks involving in the installing, maintaining, repairing, adjusting and testing of marine vessel mechanical equipment. Using power and hand tools to drill and mount such miscellaneous equipment as electronic gear, small pumps and controllers.

Assisting in the operating of portable power tools by holding and setting up tools. Obtaining tools, supplies and materials and delivering them to work site as directed. Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.

Requirements & Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

Benefits

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Contact

Shanae.Y.Robinson1@uscg.mil

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $24.5 – $28.58/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.