MECHANIC Job description: Mechanic performs necessary machine work including dismantling, repairing, and reassembling of light and heavy machinery. Installs and repairs gasoline and diesel engines in boats, tugs, passenger vehicles, trucks, cranes, etc. Following specifications; positions engine over mounting holes using chain hoist; bolts engines to mount and straps fuel tank to cradle, using hand tools; connects fuel, oil, and waterlines to engine; installs engine controls. propeller shaft, and propeller; attaches test instruments, such as tachometer and voltmeter to engine; and starts engine and records operating data, such as revolutions per minute and voltage output Installs shop machinery, such as propelling .machinery, auxiliary motors, pumps, ventilating equipment, and steering gear, working from blueprints and using hand tools, calipers, and micrometers.
Mechanic disassembles defective engines and repairs or replaces damaged parts, using hand tools, disassemble propulsion and steering components, propellers, propellers shafts, rudders and associated bearings and determines usable components and reassembles.
Mechanic installs below deck auxiliaries, such as evaporates, stills, heaters, pumps, conserves, and boilers and connects the system together; tests and inspects installed machinery and equipment during dock and Sea trials; repairs and maintains propulsion engines and other engines and engine parts aboard ship; and makes engine replacement parts.
Essential Functions: The individual assigned to this MECHANIC position must, with or without reasonable accommodation, be able to perform the following essential function:
Comprehend blueprints, templates, and Material Safety Data Sheets.
Enter and work in confined spaces
Manipulate and transport loads of up to 110 pounds over distances of up to 50 feet, approximately 60 times during each 8 hour shift.
Manipulate and operate all machines and land/power tools essential to the performance of the position of mechanic such as:
Hand grinders Chain hoist Come-A-Long
Air-tools Welding Rods Bench Grinders
Forklift Socket Sets Vices
Micrometers Welding Hood Cherry Picker
Calipers Hand Tools Cutting Torch
Welder Welding Gloves
Traverse gangways and scaffolding at varying heights; negotiate uneven heights between dock and vessels; and negotiate uneven spaces.
Ascend and work at heights of up to 40 feet.
Bending and stooping while manipulating various sizes and weights approximately 30-40 times during an 8 hour shift.
Other Functions: Enter round manholes with inside diameter of 18 inches.
Comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets
Comprehend and follow confined space policies.
Maneuver around 30 inch obstructions and 24 inch frames.
Manipulate and transport loads of up to 175 pounds over distances of up to 20 feet, approximately 4 times each month.
Any other duties as directed by Management
EEOC
Reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting applications, please email
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience level:
1 year Schedule:
10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays On call Overtime Weekends as needed Work setting:
In-person People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred) Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to Commute:
New Orleans, LA 70123 (Required) Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person
