Marine Mechanic (Harahan or Port Allen, LA)
About The Position
The Marine Mechanic maintains American Commercial Barge Line’s towboat fleet in proper working condition by making necessary adjustments and repairs to machinery and equipment on fleet vessels. The role includes inspecting, routinely maintaining, planning maintenance and repairs, and troubleshooting main propulsion machinery, auxiliary machinery, and vessel systems. The position is based in Harahan or Port Allen, Louisiana, and is full-time and hourly. The Marine Mechanic performs work under ACBL safety and environmental policies, applicable USCG and environmental regulations, and the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) for vessel engineering, maintenance, and repair. The role also involves documenting work, managing critical spare-parts inventory, assisting vendors and vessel repairs, and supporting fuel and oil transfers as needed. The employee must be available for on-call weekends and nights during assigned weeks.
Requirements
- Meet ACBL physical examination requirements.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Possess and maintain an active TWIC.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- At least 5 years of mechanical maintenance experience and experience repairing associated equipment.
- Live within a reasonable driving distance of the assigned location; the employee is responsible for transportation to and from work.
Nice To Haves
- Prior towboat troubleshooting and repair experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform all work in accordance with ACBL safety and environmental policies.
- Abide by ACBL policies, USCG regulations, and environmental regulations.
- Follow ACBL’s Safety Management System for vessel engineering, maintenance, and repair of engineered and non-engineered vessels.
- Maintain fleet-vessel equipment in proper working order.
- Repair engines, generators, auxiliary machinery, and other fleet-vessel systems as needed.
- Safely use an electric multimeter to troubleshoot and make repairs.
- Track, document, and perform required routine maintenance on fleet vessels.
- Maintain written and computer-based documentation and paperwork associated with vessel repairs and maintenance.
- Maintain inventory of spare parts and materials critical to fleet-vessel repairs and reorder parts as needed.
- Assist outside vendors with fleet-vessel repairs as needed.
- Assist with repairs to mainline vessels as needed.
- Help maintain a pool of support vessels and deliver them to and from mainline vessels as needed.
- Keep PIC/MMC credentials current and assist with fuel and oil transfers as needed.
- Develop working knowledge of the SMS and use it for repairs and daily activities.
- Promote safety and environmental stewardship throughout the ACBL fleet.
- Be on call during assigned weeks, including weekends and nights.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on a variety of vessels and equipment.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Access to cutting-edge tools and technology.
- Commitment to safety and professional development.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Company travel vehicle assignment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
