Equipment Mechanic - Heavy Machinery & Conveyors

Carrix, Inc./SSA Marine, Inc.; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrix, Inc./SSA Marine, Inc. seeks an Equipment Mechanic to diagnose and repair machinery and mechanical equipment within an operations team. This role emphasizes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and adherence to safety standards in a demanding environment.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of five years’ hands-on experience with engines, conveyors, and related systems, plus a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and TWIC credential to support continuous facility operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment and machinery.
• High school diploma required.
• Experience with power and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensures operational condition of machinery by completing preventive maintenance and repairs on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyors, heavy machines, and production equipment.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation and using testing equipment.
• Controls downtime by informing managers of routine maintenance scheduling and techniques.
• Develops and maintains relationships with outside parts and supply vendors and service companies.
• Maintains equipment parts and supply inventories by determining inventory levels and pre-ordering parts.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by following procedures and regulations.
• Maintains logs detailing repairs and maintenance and adheres to maintenance schedule.
• Reports problems to the appropriate Manager.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Conveyor systems

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Carrix, Inc./SSA Marine, Inc. seeks an Equipment Mechanic to diagnose and repair machinery and mechanical equipment within an operations team. This role emphasizes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and adherence to safety standards in a demanding environment.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of five years’ hands-on experience with engines, conveyors, and related systems, plus a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and TWIC credential to support continuous facility operations.