Mechanic

Allen Marine Inc•Ketchikan, AK

About The Position

Mechanic performs skilled work in the maintenance and repair of marine engines, marine machinery, and related equipment. The objective is to effectively diagnose engine problems promptly and coordinate repairs with the company's engineering staff. The Mechanic will be directly responsible for performing repairs and engine overhauls in accordance with technical manuals and company policies.

Requirements

Possess a minimum of four years of diesel mechanic experience
Must demonstrate analytical skills and aptitude for problem-solving
Good manual dexterity, excellent hand-eye coordination
Valid US driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Must pass a security background check and DOT drug test.
Requires valid, unexpired USCG-approved First Aid/CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with marine diesel engines is preferred
Fabrication and welding experience are preferred

Responsibilities

Performs major and specialized mechanical overhaul and repair work on gasoline and marine diesel engines, outboard motors, and related marine equipment and systems using schematic charts and technical manuals.
Tests marine engines and equipment to determine the need for repairs or adjustments.
Repairs and maintains hydraulic equipment and valves.
Operates hand and power tools associated with marine engine and equipment repair.
Recommends the purchasing of parts and supplies.
Assist with maintaining inventory parts for engines and auxiliary systems on each vessel (i.e., pumps, starters, belts, impellers, filters, gaskets, etc.).
Be on-site to advise deckhands and to assist the Port Engineer with resolving mechanical issues; be available at initial startups in case a system requires troubleshooting before the tour.
Provide verbal assistance via phone or radio as needed.
Supervise Oiler(s), perform required maintenance on prescribed schedule; be available to assist with all maintenance, oil/fuel filter changes on vessels, including greasing. changing zincs and taking oil samples.
Assist with the maintenance of company vehicles, trucks, forklifts, etc.
Maintain an accurate log of all work completed on work orders and by posting in Slack.
Ride along on an occasional tour to monitor vessel systems while underway by conducting extensive checks of engine and jet room spaces throughout trip.
Fill in, as needed, aboard vessels as deckhand/engineer and function as an effective member of the crew conducting engine room checks, maintaining passenger safety, and performing customer service.
Keep the facility neat and well organized.
Special projects may be assigned as required by the business.