Marine Mechanic (Traveling Position - St Louis, MO; Cairo, IL; Paducah, KY)

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

Are you a skilled Marine Mechanic ready to dive into a challenging and rewarding
career working on vessels along the iconic Mississippi River and its
tributaries? The Marine Mechanic maintains the towboat fleet in proper working
condition by making necessary adjustments and repairs to the machinery and
equipment on fleet vessels. Responsibilities include the inspection, routine
maintenance, maintenance and repair planning, and troubleshooting of main
propulsion machinery, auxiliary machinery, and various vessel systems. Join our
team to ensure the operational efficiency and safety of our fleet as we navigate
the waterways.

When you join ACBL…

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified
marine transportation companies in the U.S. Our legacy of providing the nation
with the most economical, safest, and greenest mode of transportation dates all
the way back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River.  We offer
a wide range of career paths in both operations and support services. Whether
you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always
searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.

Requirements

• Must meet ACBL physical examination requirements
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Must possess and maintain an active TWIC
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• 5 + years mechanical maintenance experience and repairs of associated equipment.
• Must live within reasonable driving distance of assigned location (Employee is responsible for getting themselves to and from work each day)

Nice To Haves

• Prior towboat troubleshooting and repair experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in accordance with ACBL safety & environmental policies
• Abide by all ACBL policies, USCG and environmental regulations
• Abide by ACBL’s Safety Management System for Vessel Engineering, Maintenance and Repair Manual for Engineered and Non-Engineered Vessels.
• Maintain all equipment on fleet vessels in proper working order
• Make repairs to engines, generators, auxiliary machinery, and other systems on the fleet vessels as needed
• Be able to use an electric multi-meter safely to troubleshoot and make repairs
• Track, document, and perform necessary routine maintenance on the fleet vessels
• Maintain all necessary documentation and other required paperwork (both written & computer) associated with the repairs and maintenance of the fleet vessels
• Maintain an inventory of spare parts and materials that are critical for the repairs of fleet vessels and re-order parts as needed
• Assist outside vendors as needed to make repairs on the fleet vessels
• Assist when needed to make repairs to mainline vessels
• Help maintain a pool of support vessels and deliver them to and from mainline vessels as needed
• Keep PIC/MMC credentials current and assist as needed with fuel and oil transfers
• Develop a working knowledge of the SMS and use for all repairs and daily activities
• Be a leader in safety and environmental stewardship in the ACBL fleet
• Must be able to be on-call weekends and nights during assigned weeks of call
• Perform all 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees