Job Information
Weeks Marine Boat Mechanic Craftsman in Houma, Louisiana
Requisition ID: 160218
Position Summary
Mechanics are responsible for repairing and maintaining various mechanical equipment.
Experience Level
Intermediate
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Analyze, troubleshoot, disassemble, repair, reassemble various construction equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems, identify, propose, and implement remedies.
Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance in the yard and on derrick barges and other marine vessels
Install, assemble, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various mechanical and hydraulic equipment; including but not limited to cranes, winches, gearboxes, clutches, and pumps
Reads diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals for repair and diagnostic information of hydraulic and mechanical equipment
Sets up mechanical equipment and assists users of equipment
Utilize precision measurement tools to measure angles, material thickness and small distances with calipers, squares, micrometers, and other tools
Provide technical support to employees on assigned tasks
Provide technical support (via telephone) to equipment personnel in need of assistance solving mechanical issues
Ensure assigned tasks are completed in a timely and cost-efficient manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Keep work areas clean and in efficient working order
Qualifications
1-year minimum mechanical experience
Trade Certification or equivalent helpful, but not necessary
Electrical experience desired
Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site
Travel (by land, air, and water) to field locations is required, transportation paid.
Ability to work a 45-hour work week M-F, overtime as needed
Ability to work 7 days/week as needed
Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot hydraulic drawings and systems
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and mechanical drawings
Proficient knowledge of proper installation procedures of rotating mechanical equipment
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment
Proficient knowledge of equipment related to the construction industry
Ability to communicate with contractors, vendors, and other trades
Strong problem-solving abilities
Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely and efficiently.
Requirements
• The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site,
so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
• Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor
weather conditions
• Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required
• May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access
required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and
maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment
• May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across
construction/industrial site
• Must have required tools
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required
• Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing, fit for duty medical and background
check
• Must possess a valid Driver's license
• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential (preferred)
• Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels.
• Performs other duties as required.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Company: Weeks