Marine Mechanic - Alcatraz Cruises

HornblowerSan Francisco, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Alcatraz Cruises is seeking a Marine Mechanic to execute routine maintenance and janitorial tasks for both vessels and facilities. This role requires a high degree of self-sufficiency, with the ability to solve most challenges independently and to further one's own knowledge as needed. The Marine Mechanic will be responsible for accurately recording assignments in appropriate programs.

Requirements

  • 1 Year of Industry Experience or successful completion of Apprentice Mechanic Program.
  • Functional understanding of electricity and the relevant safe industry practices for working around it.
  • HAZWOPER certificate (40 hours)
  • Forklift Certification
  • CPR & First Aid Certification

Responsibilities

  • Mastery of all duties & responsibilities of the Apprentice Mechanic position.
  • Advanced working knowledge of all of our diesel engines.
  • Ability to diagnose and repair all primary vessel systems without assistance.
  • Basic repair and diagnosis of all pilothouse electronics.
  • Ability to replace all shop-serviceable engine components, as directed by engineers or management.
  • Proper diagnosis and repair of all pumps that can affect vessel or company operations.
  • Using laptops to record and diagnose vessel alarm & trouble conditions to find and clear faults.
  • Ability to fabricate parts for, or make repairs to items considered vital, or a part of a life-saving system.
  • Basic knowledge of rigging parts and best practices.
  • Ability to splice and repair dock systems as needed.
  • Substantial knowledge of and ability to repair and maintain all engineering systems, company-wide.
  • Intelligently prioritizes engineering shop duties & responsibilities and ensures projects stay organized and focused.
  • Mentors fellow crewmembers and ensures Apprentice Mechanics are following safety protocols & best practices.
  • Learn & demonstrate basic understanding of hybrid vessel systems.
  • Basic electrical troubleshooting and repair.
  • Working knowledge of 3-phase electricity and electrical distribution systems.
  • Takes direction from engineers & management and ensures repairs are completed in a thorough & safe manner.
  • Familiarity with all department engineering needs including Alcatraz Island, Pier 33, Yard Periods, Special Projects, etc.
  • Use of Laboratory Services for oil, coolant, fuel, and hydraulic fluid analysis.
  • Ensure completion of all logs and tasks in a reliable and accurate manner.
  • Learns new skills and information as needed to problem solve.
  • Seeks guidance or assistance when necessary.
  • Organizes workload in a reliable & effective manner.
  • Maintains tools & workspace in a clean and operational state.
  • Thorough verbal & electronic documentation of deficiencies and repairs.
  • Basic understanding of pipefitting, plumbing and fluid flow control.
  • Ensures all engineering systems stay on or ahead of best practices maintenance schedules.
  • Additional job duties as assigned.
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