Marine Mechanic

AmNav•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Marine Mechanic troubleshoots and repairs main and auxiliary engines, AC and DC electrical systems, vessel equipment, and barge systems. The role leads and oversees maintenance routines and inspections under the Safety Management System, maintains and upgrades marine vessels and shoreside equipment, and helps minimize company equipment downtime through resource planning and cost-sensitive recommendations. The position may occasionally represent the owners and requires safe operation of yard equipment and machinery. The mechanic performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and upgrades in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements; documents work in computer-based maintenance records and the Safety Management System; researches repair procedures and sources parts; and assists with machinery diagnostics. The role may direct vendors and vessel crews, maintain yard and shop equipment and facilities, uphold workplace safety, and ensure environmentally sensitive materials are handled, stored, transported, and disposed of properly. This position generally requires a high school diploma and 3–5 years of mechanical experience. Work takes place in conditions that include oily decks, high temperatures, and high noise levels.

Requirements

High school diploma generally required.
3–5 years of mechanical experience.
Ability to repair and operate a wide range of machinery, including engines, winches, motors, and some electronic equipment.
Knowledge of the operating theory of high-speed marine and industrial two-cycle and four-cycle engines.
Basic diagnostic and repair abilities for marine pneumatic control, hydraulic, electrical, and fuel systems.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to understand equipment operation manuals, drawings, charts, graphs, and blueprints.
Ability to use a computer to enter and maintain maintenance and service records.
Basic typing and good keyboard skills.
Good housekeeping practices to maintain a safe working environment.
Professionalism and cost sensitivity, including the ability to occasionally serve as the owners' representative.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to marine vessels and equipment in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Troubleshoot and repair main and auxiliary engines, AC and DC electrical systems, vessel equipment, and barge systems, including wheelhouse electronics.
Lead and oversee maintenance routines and inspections under the Safety Management System.
Enter, update, and maintain service records for equipment and vessels in computer-based maintenance and Safety Management systems.
Use internet-based research to determine repair procedures and source necessary parts.
Assist in diagnostic evaluations of machinery and provide service and repair recommendations.
Perform maintenance and repair tasks with limited supervision.
Direct vendors and vessel crews assisting with repairs.
Maintain yard and shop equipment and facilities in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
Maintain safe workplace standards, including reporting and correcting deficiencies.
Ensure proper handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of environmentally sensitive materials.
Use resources strategically to minimize company equipment downtime.
Safely operate yard equipment and machinery.
Perform special duties and projects as assigned, adhere to company policies, and complete other assigned or requested tasks.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and family.
10 days of vacation accrued annually, vested and available after six months of service.
Life insurance equal to two times annual base salary.
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
401(k) program with a 4% match, vested immediately.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Business travel assistance program.
Voluntary benefits available for purchase through payroll deduction at group rates.
Nine paid holidays and two additional floating holidays after six months of service.
Full-time employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to a maximum of 1,040 hours.
Paid bereavement leave of three days for an immediate family death, or five days when travel greater than 500 miles is required.
Tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits as required by law.