Diesel Mechanic II

Seaboard Marine•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs the maintenance and repairs of the company’s fleet, which includes vehicles and heavy equipment such as top loaders, mules, forklifts, step vans, and cars. The role may also involve maintenance and repairs to the company’s cranes. To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily, demonstrating the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Minimum two (2) years of experience diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and overhauling diesel engines.
Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems components – turbo, fuel injection, A/C, EGR, pumps, alternator, starter, drive train, etc.
Knowledge of diesel engine assembly practices, specifications, and procedures involved in maintenance repairs and replacement.
Effective analytical skills and the ability to identify problems quickly.
Ability to read and understand automotive diagrams and reference manuals.
Experience and ability to use common hand and power tools.
Remain up-to-speed with industry developments and best practices impacting knowledge or skill by attending company-sponsored training and other educational programs.
Must be able to read, write, and speak basic English.
Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, as needed.
Ability to work with limited supervision and strong initiative.
Ability to obtain internal forklift certification within 90 days of employment.
Organizational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills (oral required; written preferred).
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to think logically and make sound decisions.
Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Basic Electrical Certification.
Experience repairing, maintaining, and overhauling Cummins diesel engines.
Experienced diagnosing and troubleshooting Allison Transmissions.

Responsibilities

Perform full maintenance of the company’s fleet (i.e., vehicles, mules, forklifts, and top loaders).
Inspect, analyze, test, measure, repair, and perform full or partial overhauls on any of the assemblies and sub-assemblies of heavy-duty Diesel engines and gas-powered equipment.
Perform entire engine disassembly and reassembly (Inframe/Outframe) to restore the engine to pristine condition.
Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
Correct equipment deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics.
Complete machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
Perform electric and hydraulic restoration.
Perform routine maintenance checks on diesel engines and on fuel, brake, and transmission systems to ensure peak performance, safety, and longevity of the equipment.
Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and maintain an awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, equipment, etc.) at all times.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Perform bodywork and finish to the fleet as needed.
Repair and provide maintenance to the Liebherr cranes.