Mechanic Equipment Shop

Port Houston•La Porte, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization committed to excellence. Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment. Joining our team means embarking on a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and impact. Before submitting your application, please ensure your resume is ready for upload in either .doc or .pdf format. Application must be completed in full. Position Summary: Troubleshoots, repairs, and conducts preventative maintenance on Port Houston equipment and supporting equipment.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent required
4+ years related mechanic experience required
Knowledge diagnostics and repair
Knowledge of mechanics
Knowledge of automotive and heavy-duty equipment repair and maintenance
Knowledge of safety policies and procedures
Knowledge of safety precautions concerning occupational hazards
Ability to work with others
Ability to pay attention to detail
Ability to operate a forklift
A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

Responsibilities

Inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment or machinery including but not limited to container handling units, yard tractors, forklifts, vehicles and terminal chassis.
Diagnose and repair component parts of machinery including gearboxes, hydraulic systems, brakes, compressors and other related parts; diagnose and repair chassis components and systems, brakes, pneumatic, suspension, and alignment
Utilize computer or diagnostic tools to enter and retrieve information
Provide cost estimates for repairs to equipment and machinery including engine overhaul, body repair and work order requests
Use hand tools, hoists, pressure gauges, drills, grinding wheels, and other tools proficiently to carry out assigned tasks
For yard truck and chassis repair, remove, repair and replace transmissions, engines, brakes, suspensions, exhaust, fuel, cooling and electrical systems
Read and use factory manuals and blueprints as required to fulfill job assignments.
Coordinate repairs and maintenance schedules and delegate work duties to subordinate staff
Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor
Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
Perform other duties as required