Container Shop Mechanic

Matson Logistics; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Matson is seeking an experienced welder to perform container shop maintenance, repair, welding, and fabrication. You will inspect containers and flatracks, diagnose issues, and perform preventative maintenance in a safety‑mocused environment.

You must hold a welder certification and have 5–10 years of welding plus 3–5 years mechanical experience. TWIC is required, with ability to work various shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Welder certification is required.
• 5–10 years of welding experience.
• 3–5 years of mechanical experience.
• TWIC credential required.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and safety procedures.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work shifts including nights, weekends, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Cutting, welding, fabrication, and repair on containers and flatracks.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair container/flatrack damage using approved procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance and evaluate container shop equipment.
• Assist CY/CFS operations during loading/unloading as needed.
• Test and inspect completed work for proper performance and safety compliance.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Read & follow procedures

Teamwork

Tools

Cutting torches

Welding machines

Grinders

Ironworker equipment

Hydraulic jacks

Hand tools

Job description

About Us

Matson has been the leading ocean shipping and logistics provider throughout the Pacific since 1882. We are the supply chain lifeline for Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and islands of the South Pacific. We also offer the top two ocean shipping services in the world’s largest trade lane - Asia to the U.S. West Coast. With our subsidiaries Matson Terminals and Matson Logistics, our business focus is exceeding customer expectations with quality, reliability, and integrity.

We strive to operate in an environmentally sustainable manner and promote land-based environmental programs in Hawaii, Guam, and Alaska. We help improve the communities in which we work and live through our community giving program that annually supports hundreds of local organizations.

Matson is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. Our team of dedicated and talented employees consistently deliver exceptional results for our customers and the communities in which we serve.

Learn more at matson.com.

About The Role

Perform Container Shop inspection, maintenance, repair, welding, fabrication, and operational support work safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), Company policies and procedures, applicable House Rules, safety requirements, and lawful instructions.

Container Shop Functions

• Inspect all incoming empty containers for damage.
• Perform maintenance and repair of containers and flatracks.
• Perform signs and miscellaneous building repairs.
• Assist CY/CFS operations when loading and unloading.
• Inspect containers and flatracks.

What you’ll do:

• Perform cutting, welding, fabrication, structural repair, body repair, touch-up, and related work on containers and flatracks.
• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and evaluate container and flatrack damage and defects using approved procedures and established quality standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance and evaluate the condition of Container Shop equipment and assigned work.
• Perform Watch Gate and gate inspection or relief assignments when directed.
• Respond to CFS container issues and other assigned operational requirements, including on-call assignments, as directed.
• Test and inspect completed work to verify proper performance, safe condition, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Properly use, inspect, care for, and store tools, machinery, equipment, and required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain work areas in a safe, orderly, and environmentally responsible condition.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions, incidents, injuries, near misses, equipment damage, and work-related concerns through established Company channels.
• Perform other related duties as needed or directed, consistent with operational requirements, Company policies, safety requirements, and the CBA.

Safety, Conduct, and Work Expectations:

• Work safely at all times and follow all applicable Company policies and procedures, House Rules, safety rules, work instructions, and federal, state, local, and terminal requirements.
• Wear and properly use all required PPE and never bypass, disable, or disregard required safeguards or safe work procedures.
• Follow lawful instructions and complete assigned work safely, efficiently, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate dependable attendance, punctuality, accountability, and readiness to work assigned schedules.
• Maintain professional, respectful, and cooperative working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, operations personnel, contractors, vendors, and customers.
• Communicate work status, hazards, delays, quality concerns, and resource needs promptly and accurately.
• Support a workplace focused on safety, teamwork, quality, respect, and continuous improvement.

And these qualifications:

• Proficient in standard welding and fabrication tools, materials, methods, and practices, including cutting torches, welding machines, grinders, ironworker or cutting equipment, hydraulic jacks, and basic hand tools.
• Welder certification is required.
• Five (5) to ten (10) years of welding experience is required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of mechanical experience is required.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, repair criteria, and technical information applicable to assigned work.
• Ability to inspect completed work and recognize conditions requiring correction or escalation.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Must be available and flexible to work assigned shifts, days, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call assignments as operationally required.

Physical and Working Conditions:

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands and arms to perform assigned work.
• Lift and handle materials or equipment weighing up to 50 to 65 pounds, using proper lifting practices and assistance, or lifting devices when required.
• Work indoors and outdoors in a marine terminal and industrial shop environment, including exposure to changing weather, moderate to loud noise, dust, fumes, and moving equipment.
• Work at heights and in confined or restricted spaces when assigned, trained, authorized, and provided required protective equipment.
• Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

The pay rate is $61.747 for this position in Hawaii.

At Matson, we're looking for people to build a unified team to maintain our values of trust, integrity, and reliability. We welcome people who think rigorously and thoughtfully challenge assumptions.

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