System Support Specialist -Mastertradesperson

Job Description

HII is seeking an experienced System Support Specialist to join our team supporting the Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces (COMUSFLTFORCOM) Berthing and Messing Program, which operates duty crew berthing barges that provide essential living and working spaces for crews during ship overhaul and repair periods.

• Maintain, repair, and replace Internal Communication Systems to include telephone, communications, 1MC, CATV, fire/flooding and barge security system.
• Service or repair speakers, sensors, remote heat detectors, wiring, and complete minor electrical repairs.
• Troubleshoot, program, maintain, modify, and repair IT/IC systems, LAN equipment, racks, alarm systems, telephones, intercom, and miscellaneous radio systems.
• Receive, classify, document, and route service call work requests in support of barge maintenance operations.
• Maintain system status boards, logs, and digital records for barge operational systems.

• High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4 years of related experience. Prefer technical/professional certifications. Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training/certification in plumbing preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in electrical and/or communication systems.
• Demonstrated experience in internal communication systems, Information technology, electrical and mechanical shipboard systems to support troubleshooting, maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret OEM manuals, drawing schematics, and technical standards.
• General mechanic knowledge and ability to operate various tools in support additional tasking.

• Experience supporting Navy berthing barges or shipboard plumbing systems.
• Support machinist tasks such as drilling, tapping, boring, reaming, and grinding of metal components.
• Experience with other primary and auxiliary shipboard systems.
• Knowledge of tag out procedures and hot work requirements per OSHA and NAVSEA standards.

• Regular:
  Monday–Friday, 0700–1530.
• Overtime, weekends, and federal holidays may be required for urgent/emergency work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces aboard barges and in shipyard environments.
• Must consistently wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, safety boots, fall protection) and follow program safety training/briefings.
• Travel: 10 % Periodic travel to Kittery, ME and Groton/New London, CT for site inspections and coordination.

Estimated yearly salary: $44,808.00 – $70,000.00.

Benefits include:

• Best‑in‑class medical, dental and vision plan choices.
• Wellness resources.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Saving Plan Options (401(k)).
• Financial planning tools.
• Life insurance.
• Employee discounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships.

Bonus or other non‑recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions; if applicable, it will be addressed by the recruiter during the screening phase of the application.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may call for assistance and press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.