Diesel Fleet Mechanic – Vessels & Heavy Equipment Expert

Taylor Shellfish; Shelton (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Shellfish in Shelton, Washington, seeks an experienced journeyman mechanic to maintain and repair company vessels, vehicles, and equipment in the shop and field.

The role requires diagnosing issues, following safety procedures, and occasional travel to other sites. Candidates should have WA CDL preferred, experience with diesel/gas engines, hydraulics, and reading schematics to complete complex repairs.

Qualifications

• Must possess & maintain a valid Washington driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Experience with diesel & gasoline engine repair.
• Experience with hydraulics and electric controls.
• Experience with marine / heavy equipment.
• Must read and understand technical manuals, SOPs, schematics, and measuring tapes.
• Must supply personal tools.
• Availability to work days, nights, weekends, on call, and travel as needed.
• Regular, reliable attendance; work independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic, repairs, and maintenance on vessels, machinery, vehicles, and equipment.
• Report any vehicles or equipment in need of repairs to Maintenance Manager.
• Report safety and policy violations to shop or safety manager.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory concerns.
• May work at other locations, including out of town or state.
• May take on additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Diesel & gasoline engine repair

Hydraulics & electric controls

Marine / heavy equipment

Reading manuals & schematics

Tool ownership

Safety awareness

Travel to other sites

Teamwork & communication

Education

Formal technical training

Multi-year apprenticeship

CDL preferred

Tools

Measuring tapes

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Taylor Shellfish in Shelton, Washington, seeks an experienced journeyman mechanic to maintain and repair company vessels, vehicles, and equipment in the shop and field.

The role requires diagnosing issues, following safety procedures, and occasional travel to other sites. Candidates should have WA CDL preferred, experience with diesel/gas engines, hydraulics, and reading schematics to complete complex repairs.