Barge Service Technician Level I

Rio Marine, Inc.; St. Rose (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Truck

Fuel Card

Cell Phone

Health insurance (75% employer)

401(k) after 6 months

Job summary

Rio Marine, Inc. in Saint Rose, LA is seeking a Service Tech Level 1 for field operations on a full-time basis.

You will troubleshoot electrical circuits, engines, and heaters, read prints, and perform maintenance on generators, switchboards, and motor starters while ensuring safety and policy compliance. The role requires a high school diploma, ability to lift 50 lbs, TWIC, valid driver's license, clean driving record, and willingness to travel occasionally.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs for extended distances.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways up to 25 ft.
• Ability to read prints and operate safely.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical circuits, engines, and heaters.
• Maintain generators and switchboards.
• Operate and maintain motor starters and controls.
• Inspect and service engines, heaters, and alarms.
• Read electrical prints and schematics.
• Provide routine maintenance and repairs.
• Supervise and train levels 2-3 technicians.
• Manage projects as assigned and travel occasionally.
• Maintain Rio Marine safety and operational policies.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Mechanical skills

Professional demeanor

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multi-meter

Amp meter

Megger

Job description

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New Orleans Barge Operations Full Time Field Technician Saint Rose, LA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1324

Rio Marine Inc. began in 1929 as a marine electrical service group in Houston TX. Since then, we have grown to include engineering, manufacturing, design and service of marine equipment. With a service group of 135 strong, a support group of another 50 which include electrical and mechanical engineers to a management group with a wealth of knowledge and a diversity of it. Rio marine Consolidated carries approximately $3.5mil in inventory and has a coverage of the east coast, gulf coast and upriver we can cover the majority all our customers’ needs and geography.

Service Tech Level 1 (lead tech)- Expected experience minimum 4 years

• 1.Trouble shoot and diagnose all levels of electrical circuits, engines, and heaters
• 1.3 phase motors
• 2.Generators and switchboards
• 3.Motor starters and start/stops
• 4.Engines and maintenance
• 5.Alarms
• 6.Heaters
• 7.Grounding systems
• 2.Must know how to use multi-meter/ amp meter/ megger
• 3.Terminate all types of electrical equipment
• 4.Read all types of prints
• 5.Perform routine maintenance and repairs on engines, and heaters
• 6.Supervise and train tech levels 2-3
• 7.Manage project as assigned
• 8.On-call for a (7) seven-day period
• 9.Travel occasionally for the company to work at other locations
• 10.Insure all of Rio Marine’s safety and operational policies are followed.

Qualifications

• 1.Education
• 1.High School diploma or equivalent
• 2.Physical
• 1.Ability to lift and carry 50lbs for extended distances
• 2.Ability to work in any and all adverse weather conditions
• 3.Ability to climb ladders, stairs and gangways up to 25 feet in height
• 4.Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and work above head for extended periods of time
• 5.Ability to operate Rio Marine vehicles in a safe and courteous manner
• 3.Personal Background
• 1.Must be capable of acquiring valid TWIC
• 2.Must have valid driver’s license
• 3.Must have clean driving record with no DWI convictions
• 4.Must pass a criminal background check
• 5.Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test
• 4.Practical Experience
• 1.Previous experience in electrical service industry
• 2.Good communications skills
• 3.Professional manner in dealing with other employees, management and customers
• 4.Organizational Skills
• 5.Basic mechanical skills

Benefits

• 1.Company Truck will be provided.
• 2.Company Fuel card will be provided
• 3.Company Cell phone will be provided
• 4.Employee will be eligible to participate in the Rio Marine, Inc. employee medical benefits program. Further program details will be explained during your new-hire orientation. Rio Marine, Inc. contributes 75% of the employee’s portion of the company offered health insurance. Eligible after (30) days of full-time employment. Your participation in these programs is contingent upon your timely enrollment and meeting eligibility criteria.
• a.The company offers Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance. The company pays 100% of the monthly premium for a $25K life and $25K AD&D policy for each employee (with the option to buy additional insurance).
• b.The company pays 75% of the monthly premium for Medical and Dental. The Short Term Disability insurance is voluntary but offered at a discounted rate for employees.
• 5.Employee will be eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Plan after six (6) months of employment following your date of hire.