Marine Diesel Mechanic / Technician

Marquette Transportation Company, LLC•Paducah, KY

About The Position

Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky and founded in 1978, Marquette is a leading provider of inland marine transportation services. Our Company operates over 130 towboats on the Mississippi River System, Gulf-Intracoastal Waterway, and near-shore coastwise market. In addition, the Company controls over 1,000 dry cargo barges. The Company has additional offices in St Rose, LA, Lockport, LA and La Porte, TX. With over 1,800 vessel and shore-based employees, Marquette is the largest provider of independent towing services within the inland waterways. We are the only fully integrated fleet in the industry that can do what we do.

Requirements

TWIC Required.
Excellent driving record required.
Ability to travel. (Company vehicle provided.)

Nice To Haves

EMD, John Deere, Caterpillar and/or Cummins engine experience, preferred.
Experience with Falk, Lufkin, and Reintjes gears a plus.
Experience with HVAC and Electrical systems is a plus.
Knowledge of Steerprop Z drive units a plus.

Responsibilities

Performing maintenance and repairs to various engines aboard vessels.
Troubleshoot and replace pumps, compressors, and other mechanical systems.
Assist the Port Engineer/Project Manager on repairs to vessels on dry dock.
Extensive travel in company provided work truck.
Observe and follow all safety rules and procedures, including PPE.
Visit vessels in operation for repair and preventive maintenance planning.
Work on-call rotation, ensuring coverage after hours and on weekends and holidays.
Perform other duties and activities as directed by VP of Engineering.