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Marine Technician roles at U.S. shipyards, marinas, and vessel operators qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-3 for skilled workers or EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals. Employers file PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring your I-140 petition, leading to permanent residency rather than a temporary visa.
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Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group’s portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group’s premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group’s Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systems. Hornblower Group’s subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group’s global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group’s additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada.
Position Summary
The Marine Technician position is a shore side-based position. The qualified candidate supports a comprehensive program of maintenance and repair of the passenger vessels in the City Experiences' fleet of vessels. These vessels range in size and construction, are USCG inspected, and powered by mostly diesel engines. This position is based in Charlestown, Massachusetts for the Boston and North of Boston based fleet, and Quincy, Massachusetts for the Boston and South of Boston based fleet.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform preventative maintenance on diesel engines and other machinery found on passenger vessels. This includes but may not be limited to diesel main engines, diesel auxiliary generators, water jet propulsion equipment, marine reduction gears, hydraulic systems for steering, cranes, and thrusters.
- Ability to perform heavy machinery maintenance and repair work including engine valve gear timings, injector changes, cylinder head and liner overhauls. This may also include machinery rigging in and out of vessels.
- Perform water jet maintenance and repair while the vessel is in the water or in dry dock.
- Perform vessel and dockside plumbing repairs to pipes, valves, tanks, and pumps.
- Perform vessel electrical troubleshooting and repair of generators, motors, control systems, sensors, and related wiring. Also, low voltage and battery powered starting, control, electronic control, and monitoring systems.
- In dry dock repairs at the shipyards of the vessel drive lines, water jets, couplings and shafts supporting shipyard personnel and/or the Port Engineer.
- Documentation and monitoring of maintenance and repair work through the company web based and structured maintenance and repair program.
- Participate in computer-based monitoring and input of maintenance tasks, work hours, and company training and documentation programs.
- Work the hours and shifts assigned by the Port engineer.
- Other marine maintenance and repair work either dock side or on the vessels that the Port Engineer may require.
- Participate in achieving the maintenance division goal of consistent vessel reliability through proper maintenance and repair practices.
- Additional job duties assigned.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Unlicensed engine room machinery technicians if having prior training and experience on motor vessels such as work boats, tugs, fishing vessels, passenger vessels, or vessels of the U.S. Armed forces.
- Diesel or heavy machinery mechanics from a trades institution, U.S. Armed forces, or other industries that require hands on repair of engines and engine related systems.
- Basic computer skills as well as excellent communication skills.
- Strength and agility to safely lift over 50 lbs., and move about a moving passenger vessel, work in often tight spaces and around moving machinery. Also, must be able to work outside at times in uncomfortable weather conditions.
- Be able to wear personal safety clothing and equipment such as hard hats, gloves, masks, life vests etc. as necessary for safe work practices.
- Will be required to be available for work weekends and on all major holidays.
The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.
EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
INTRODUCTION
Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group’s portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group’s premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group’s Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systems. Hornblower Group’s subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group’s global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group’s additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada.
Position Summary
The Marine Technician position is a shore side-based position. The qualified candidate supports a comprehensive program of maintenance and repair of the passenger vessels in the City Experiences' fleet of vessels. These vessels range in size and construction, are USCG inspected, and powered by mostly diesel engines. This position is based in Charlestown, Massachusetts for the Boston and North of Boston based fleet, and Quincy, Massachusetts for the Boston and South of Boston based fleet.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform preventative maintenance on diesel engines and other machinery found on passenger vessels. This includes but may not be limited to diesel main engines, diesel auxiliary generators, water jet propulsion equipment, marine reduction gears, hydraulic systems for steering, cranes, and thrusters.
- Ability to perform heavy machinery maintenance and repair work including engine valve gear timings, injector changes, cylinder head and liner overhauls. This may also include machinery rigging in and out of vessels.
- Perform water jet maintenance and repair while the vessel is in the water or in dry dock.
- Perform vessel and dockside plumbing repairs to pipes, valves, tanks, and pumps.
- Perform vessel electrical troubleshooting and repair of generators, motors, control systems, sensors, and related wiring. Also, low voltage and battery powered starting, control, electronic control, and monitoring systems.
- In dry dock repairs at the shipyards of the vessel drive lines, water jets, couplings and shafts supporting shipyard personnel and/or the Port Engineer.
- Documentation and monitoring of maintenance and repair work through the company web based and structured maintenance and repair program.
- Participate in computer-based monitoring and input of maintenance tasks, work hours, and company training and documentation programs.
- Work the hours and shifts assigned by the Port engineer.
- Other marine maintenance and repair work either dock side or on the vessels that the Port Engineer may require.
- Participate in achieving the maintenance division goal of consistent vessel reliability through proper maintenance and repair practices.
- Additional job duties assigned.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Unlicensed engine room machinery technicians if having prior training and experience on motor vessels such as work boats, tugs, fishing vessels, passenger vessels, or vessels of the U.S. Armed forces.
- Diesel or heavy machinery mechanics from a trades institution, U.S. Armed forces, or other industries that require hands on repair of engines and engine related systems.
- Basic computer skills as well as excellent communication skills.
- Strength and agility to safely lift over 50 lbs., and move about a moving passenger vessel, work in often tight spaces and around moving machinery. Also, must be able to work outside at times in uncomfortable weather conditions.
- Be able to wear personal safety clothing and equipment such as hard hats, gloves, masks, life vests etc. as necessary for safe work practices.
- Will be required to be available for work weekends and on all major holidays.
The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.
EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Marine Technician
Document your sea hours and certifications
PERM requires your employer to prove you meet the minimum qualifications for the role. Compile STCW endorsements, USCG credentials, engine room logs, and any third-party inspection certifications before you start applying so employers can verify your background quickly.
Target shipyards enrolled in E-Verify
Federal contractors and shipyards with defense work must use E-Verify, which signals they already have immigration compliance infrastructure. Those employers are far more likely to have experience filing PERM sponsorships than small independent marinas.
Find sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. marine employers with active green card sponsorship history. Filtering by EB-3 skilled worker filings narrows your list to operators who have completed the PERM process for technician-level roles before.
Negotiate PERM filing before your start date
Employers can begin PERM recruitment and prevailing-wage steps while you are still overseas or on another status. Ask during the offer stage whether the employer will initiate DOL wage determination immediately, since early filing shortens your overall wait to permanent residency.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier for your specialty
Marine Technician roles split across diesel mechanics, electronics technicians, and hull specialists, each mapped to different Standard Occupational Classification codes. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify which SOC code your offer aligns with before signing, since the wrong classification can delay PERM approval.
Check your O*NET job zone before filing
EB-3 skilled worker petitions require demonstrating that the role needs at least two years of training or experience. The O*NET profile for Marine Service Technicians lists specific preparation requirements your employer's attorney can cite directly in the I-140 petition to meet USCIS standards.
Green Card Marine Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Marine Technician role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Marine Technician positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires at least two years of vocational training or hands-on experience rather than a bachelor's degree. If you hold an advanced degree in marine engineering or naval architecture and the job duties reflect that credential, your employer may file under EB-2 instead. The sponsoring employer's attorney determines the correct category based on the actual job requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation tied to a bachelor's degree, which many Marine Technician roles cannot satisfy. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual lottery and no degree requirement for skilled workers, but the timeline is longer, often two to four years from PERM filing to approval for most nationalities. The outcome is permanent residency rather than a temporary, renewable status.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for this role?
The employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing a supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. For Marine Technician roles, the employer must advertise the job at the prevailing wage determined by DOL, document applicant rejections with lawful reasons, and then submit ETA Form 9089. PERM approval clears the way for your employer to file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How can I find Marine Technician employers who sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search for marine employers with verified EB-3 sponsorship history. Filtering by occupation and sponsorship type lets you focus your applications on shipyards, vessel operators, and offshore service companies that have completed PERM filings for technician-level roles, rather than spending time on employers who have no green card sponsorship track record.
Can I transfer my green card sponsorship if I change marine employers before approval?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can transfer an approved I-140 to a new employer if your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more and the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. For Marine Technicians, a move between comparable technician or marine mechanic positions at a different operator generally satisfies the same-or-similar standard, but you should confirm the occupational codes match before switching employers.