Apprentice Mechanic

Port Houston•La Porte, TX

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization committed to excellence. Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment. Joining our team means embarking on a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and impact. Before submitting your application, please ensure your resume is ready for upload in either .doc or .pdf format. Application must be completed in full. Position Summary: Under the supervision of a Mechanic, the apprentice is to assist/facilitate the installation, repair and maintenance of equipment; this includes, but is not limited to completing maintenance work orders, testing malfunctioning equipment, identifying defects, troubleshooting, repairing equipment and replacing defective parts. The apprentice will work collaboratively with other mechanical staff to identify and solve problems. Apprenticeships are a blend of classroom and paid, on-the-job training. Typically, this will be 144 hours in the classroom and 8000 hours on the job, and last about 5 years. Apprentices learn theory, mathematics, how to read blueprints and schematics, safety, and more. Once training is complete, apprentices become journey mechanics.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent required
General working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel)
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Judgment and quick-thinking skills
Ability to work with written or oral directions
Ability to climb and be comfortable at heights
Ability to operate forklift, if needed
Knowledge of safety policies and procedures
Knowledge of safety precautions concerning occupational hazards
Ability to work with others
Ability to pay attention to detail
A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

Responsibilities

Assist in inspection, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment or machinery including but not limited to container handling units, yard tractors, forklifts, and terminal chassis
Assist in diagnose and repair component parts of machinery including gearboxes, hydraulic systems, brakes, compressors and other related parts; diagnose and repair chassis components and systems, brakes, pneumatic, suspension, alignment
Utilize computer or diagnostic tools to enter and retrieve information
Use hand tools, hoists, pressure gauges, drills, grinding wheels, and other tools proficiently to carry out assigned tasks
Assist in yard truck and chassis repair, remove, repair and replace transmissions, engines, brakes, suspensions, exhaust, fuel, cooling and electrical systems
Read and use factory manuals and blueprints as required to fulfill job assignments
Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor
Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
Perform other duties as required