Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Shipyard Full Time NEW

Position Summary

Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment in a shipyard setting, including cranes.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Work independently or with industry specialists to trouble shoot/diagnose problems with production machinery (including cranes)
• Set-up, run, troubleshoot, and tear down production machinery.
• Keep designated machinery in running condition.
• Minimize down time through effective PM procedures and management.
• Troubleshoot machinery errors during production times.
• Communicate issues with machines to production management when necessary.
• Work with Machine Operators to ensure machines are running safely and properly.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

• Must live within local commuting area of Bourg LA (50 miles)
• Able to meet all drug screen and physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
• Performs other duties as required.

Pay: $25.00 – $32.00 per hour

Work Location: In person