Machinery Technicians serve throughout the Coast Guard in all areas of machine maintenance, operation, and repair.
Vital to the success of every Coast Guard unit, they specialize in engine repair and the inspection and servicing of environmental support and hydraulic systems on cutters and small boats wherever the Coast Guard operates. Machinery Technicians also serve in leadership positions as engineering unit managers and shop supervisors. Highly trained in every aspect of machinery operation and maintenance, these expertly skilled technicians are integral to the success of the Coast Guard fleet.
This coin pays tribute to the skill and commitment of all Coast Guard Machinery Technicians. Featured on the obverse is a detailed rendering of the insignia worn by these individuals. In honor of the Coast Guard's heritage as America's oldest continuous maritime force, the reverse depicts a team of intrepid Coast Guard sailors braving rough surf as they approach a lighthouse and features a space for engraving.
