Ferry Maintenance Planner

Salary : $122,886.40 - $148,512.00 Annually
Location : 101 East Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Larkspur, CA
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: PS102021
Division: Ferry Division
Department: Ferry Maintenance
Opening Date: 11/13/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Opening(s): One (1) vacancy and to establish an Eligibility List.
Selection Process: The District will invite ONLY those candidates whose qualifications MOST CLOSELY MATCH the position requirements to continue in the selection process. The Selection Process for this position may include: Skills Assessment; Oral Panel Interview; Department interview for final candidates; and Background, Employment and Security Investigation.

Position Summary
Under general direction of the Ferry Maintenance Manager, this position will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance job plans for our fleet of passenger ferries and facilities. The Ferry Maintenance Planner is responsible for all aspects of the planning process with the goal of improving workforce productivity and work quality by eliminating potential delays and obstacles. This position is also responsible for analyzing and interpreting data and preparing correspondence and reports with recommendations to management.
Applicants must apply online and submit the following documents at the time of application. Failure to meet any of the requirements stated may result in rejection of your application:
1. GGBHTD Online Employment Application
2. Resume (Scan and attach as PDF to your online application)

3. Applicants who do not possess the required Associate's degree in a related technical field should attach a written statement supporting qualifying experience (Scan and attach as PDF to your online application)
Application Review Dates:

• 1st Review Date: December 11, 2026 (Friday)
• 2nd Review Date: , 2027 (Friday)

Essential Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains a comprehensive job plan library to support maintenance activities for the ferry division assets, including routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs, at the direction of the Ferry Maintenance Manager.
• Performs fact finding job walks and inspections against maintenance service requests to create effective maintenance job plans.
• Collaborates with Ferry Maintenance Manager and Shop Foreman to coordinate maintenance activities, ensuring minimal disruption to ferry operations.
• Works with store room and procurement personnel to ensure parts availability in line with maintenance work plans and schedules.
• Uses work order data and job plans to optimize on-hand inventory, identify and maintain sufficient critical spares inventory
• Coordinates with external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance and repair services.
• Ensures contractors are notified of any safety requirements prior to arrival on site.
• Reviews work order actuals (parts, labor, requisitions) data prior to records being closed.
• Identifies trends, optimize maintenance work plans, and improve overall maintenance efficiency by finding and eliminating defects in process and design.
• Prepares reports and documentation related to maintenance activities including work orders, maintenance logs, and equipment records.

• Ensures compliance with all relevant safety regulations, industry standards and Ferry Division Safety Management System.
• Assists in the development and implementation of training programs for maintenance staff.
• Stays updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies in Reliability Centered Maintenance.
• Undertakes improvement initiatives to support maintenance performance.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Experience:

• Associate degree in a related technical field. Qualifying Experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of education
• Four (4) years of experience in industrial or transportation maintenance, preferably in the maritime industry.
• Experience in using a Computerized Maintenance Management System, CMMS (IBM Maximo Preferred)
• Experience at an advanced level preforming maintenance-based planning (Labor, materials, tools, impact to operations) and technical administrative responsibilities is desirable. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency using advanced word processing, spreadsheet and database software; prepare analysis, presentations, and spreadsheets using Excel.

Required License:

Must possess and maintain a current, valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
Physical Requirement:

Working inside and outside in all weather conditions. Work around fumes, odors and dust in an occasionally high noise level environment. Ability to access and inspect all above and below deck spaces and voids. Ability to travel to District facilities. Routine use of computer, telephone and other office equipment.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Maintenance practices and principles in the maritime environment
• Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to this position.
• Asset Management & Reliability Centered Maintenance Principles
• USCG regulations for small passenger vessels
• Marine transportation & public transit functions
• Marine systems, including propulsion, electrical, HVAC, and hydraulic systems.

Skill in or Ability to:

• Work in a team environment that includes crafts, supervisors, engineers and management
• Build collaborative and trusted relationships with the maintenance team as a resource for various maintenance activities.
• Contribute to a work environment that promotes effective, thoughtful communication between team members, and management.
• Interpret and present findings in a clear, concise oral and written form including the creation and use of tables, charts, and graphics to summarize results.
• Coordinate multiple projects, organize workload, and meet critical deadlines.
• Cultivate and implement short term and long term department goals.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Use computerized record systems, Maximo, MS Office (Outlook, Excel) and effective use of web resources.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, technical expertise, and time management skills in order to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines as well as collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

The following are some of the excellent benefits that the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District offers to its employees:

• Paid Time-Off: Competitive vacation accruals, generous sick leave accruals, holidays per year, and floating holiday(s).
• Health Plans: The District offers three (3) medical plans, namely PERS Kaiser HMO plan, PERS Gold PPO plan, and PERS Platinum PPO plan, with a District contribution toward the premium. All plans offer an HRA reimbursement account for out-of-pocket expenses associated with your District-sponsored group health and prescription drug plans.
• Retirement Programs are available through CalPERS or an applicable Union Pension Plan, Mission Square 457 B, 401 (a) and Social Security.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): A FSA allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses for you and your family. This can be used for Health Care Reimbursement Account and Dependent Daycare Reimbursement Account.
• Life Insurance: The District provides a basic life and accidental death insurance benefit. Life insurance is used to replace the lost income of the deceased. Life insurance coverage is provided through Minnesota Life.
• Employee Assistance Program: This is a confidential and free service that provides support, counseling, referrals, and resources for issues that impact your life. The EAP program offers support or assistance for financial/legal concerns, depression, stress, parenting and family issues, and child and elder care. Services are available 24 hours-a-day and are available to all family members.
• Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, professional development and more.

*Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

For more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (415) 257-4526 or email benefits@goldengate.org.
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This position requires at least four (4) years of experience in industrial or transportation maintenance, preferably in the maritime industry. Please discuss your qualifications on this requirement.
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This position requires experience in using a Computerized Maintenance Management System or CMMS. Please discuss your experience, education and/or training on this area.
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