Diesel Mechanic Level II

Rio Marine • St. Rose, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Rio Marine is seeking a Diesel Mechanic Level II for its New Orleans, Louisiana location. The company describes a family-type team environment and is looking for long-term team members who want to contribute to its growth and operations. Rio Marine provides customers with parts, service, solutions, support, and engineering.

The position works on barge engines and engine packages, performing diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance. It includes shop work, fleet service, occasional travel to other company locations, on-call duties as directed or needed, and required overtime. Rio Marine operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds for extended distances.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and gangways up to 25 feet high.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and work overhead for extended periods.
• Ability to operate Rio Marine vehicles safely and courteously.
• Must be capable of acquiring a valid TWIC.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Clean driving record with no DWI convictions.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Previous experience working on diesel engines, such as Cummins, John Deere, or CAT engines.
• Good communication skills.
• Professional manner when dealing with employees, management, and customers.
• Organizational skills.
• Mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose service-related and project-related jobs on barge engines.
• Disassemble and reassemble barge engine packages in the shop.
• Perform preventive maintenance services on engines in the barge fleet.
• Use power tools.
• Be on call as directed or needed.
• Travel occasionally to work at other company locations.
• Follow safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as needed or directed by management in relation to Rio Marine operations.
• Work required overtime; the company operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED