Field Technician II - Marine Engines

Gregory Poole•Wanchese, NC

1d•Remote

About The Position

Performs a variety of troubleshooting, advanced-level diesel engine repairs, diagnosis of performance issues, and major overhauls on yachts or commercial vessels. This role involves working outdoors at docks or marinas, often in challenging weather conditions and cramped spaces. The technician will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing engine and vessel performance issues, maintaining various engine systems, and documenting repair activities.

Requirements

High school education or GED.
Six years of experience with at least four years of experience on Cat equipment.
Proficient in at least four mechanical systems (i.e. transmissions, engines, hydraulics, etc.) for numerous model lines.
Must be able to daily and repeatedly stoop, kneel, bend, and climb beside, onto, and underneath various equipment to perform diagnosis and repairs.
Must be able to effectively see to perform repairs, research technical manuals, and develop written repair work order reports.
Must be able to routinely and physically lift/position various parts to perform repairs/service and manually handle parts up to 102 pounds, as well as use a mechanical hoist for heavier parts.
Cognitive reasoning and problem-solving skills to apply knowledge, written information, and verbal instructions in repairing/servicing unusual and/or unknown technical equipment operational problems.
Exposure to P.C. base equipment and parts information.
Valid state driver’s license (obtain within 30 days of hire a valid license within the state of GPEC’s operation).
Possess a safe driving record that meets the safe driving standards outlined in the GPEC Fleet Policy.
Operation of some vehicles will require a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), others may require that the driver possess a DOT medical certification.
Some positions may require that you obtain a DOT medical certification before you are considered for the position.

Nice To Haves

Proficient use of Caterpillar ET and SIS

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting and repairing inboard marine diesel engines.
Engine disassembly, inspection, maintenance/repair, and reassembly.
Maintenance and service of fuel tanks, pumps, filters, and fuel injection systems used in marine engines.
Maintenance of lubrication systems used on four-stroke and two-stroke marine diesel engines.
Maintenance of cooling systems for marine diesel engines.
Disassembly, maintenance, repair, and reassembly/installations of the three major types of transmissions, commonly associated with inboard marine engines.
Perform engine shaft alignments.
Tune-up and diagnosis of problems associated with a variety of marine diesel engines including operation of test equipment, system diagnostics, and tune-up procedures.
Engine electrical control systems troubleshooting and repair.
Troubleshoot and repair engine and or vessel performance issues.
Effectively write repair activities on customer work orders.
Operate an assigned service vehicle and maintain a safe driving record.
Effectively communicate using telephones to receive instructions and provide service information.
Effectively deal directly with customers at site locations in a professional manner.