Equipment Mechanic - 3

Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc.; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to repair and maintain engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulics, and electrical and pneumatic systems on yard equipment, including hoists, lifts, forklifts, dozers, and saws.

The role requires reading service manuals and schematics and performing varied mechanical duties. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience, the ability to pass drug screenings and background checks, and a High School Diploma or

Qualifications

• Two years experience required.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and accomplish work with minimal direction and supervision.
• Read and understand service manuals, schematics for electric, hydraulic, and air piping systems.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, electric, and pneumatic systems.

Skills

Two years experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ratchets & Sockets

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Hammers

Mallets

Pry Bars

Torque Wrenches

Impact Tools

Electrical Measuring Tools

Job description

Description

Main Purpose: Repair and maintenance engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulics, and electrical and pneumatic systems on a variety of yard equipment (i.e., hoisting equipment, manlift /scissor lifts, forklift/loaders, dozer/side booms, pipe mill, and fab shop equipment, burning equipment, painting and blasting equipment, compressors, winches, trucks, and other vehicles). The person holding this position must be able to perform various duties.

Essential Functions

• Plan, organize, and accomplish work with minimal direction and supervision
• Climb and work on and around equipment, using ladders, steps, etc.
• Read and understand service manuals, electric, hydraulic, and air piping schematics, etc.
• Operate mechanic hand, power, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical tools
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, electric, and pneumatic systems
• Use a burning torch and torque wrench
• Operate portable and shop blasting equipment
• Adhere to all Company safety rules and regulations and be familiar with all safety equipment
• Climb and work in high areas and confined spaces
• Keep work areas clean and in orderly condition
• Comply with all OSHA Safety rules and regulations
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Job Requirements

• Two years experience
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools, Equipment and Technology

• Ratchets, sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, mallets, pry bars, picks, torque wrenches, impact tools, electrical measuring tools, etc.

Environmental Conditions

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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