Hands-on Marine Machinery Mechanic – Deck & Dredge Systems

US Army Corps of Engineers; New Orleans (LA); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in New Orleans, LA seeks a mechanic assigned to the Deck Department to maintain, repair, install and modify prototype marine machinery and systems unique to sea-going hopper dredges. Responsibilities include servicing anchors, winches, pumps, hydraulics and related gear; assisting engineers on complex tasks as needed.

Position requires U.S. citizenship, a valid USCG credential for Able Bodied Seaman or higher, TWIC card, and successful completion of a

Formación

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration for males born after 1959.
• Must possess a USCG Merchant Mariner Credential for Able Bodied Seaman or higher.
• Must hold a valid TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).
• Pre-employment physical examination and enrollment in medical surveillance program required.
• Lifting requirements of 45 lbs.
• Ability to push, pull, reach, walk, stand, crawl, kneel, bend and work in cramped positions around machinery.

Responsabilidades

• Services, adjusts, repairs, and operates marine machinery and equipment on deck, including anchors, winches, pumps and dredging-related systems.
• Disassembles and repairs on-site marine equipment; replaces worn parts and tests operation of systems.
• Maintains and repairs deck gear, rigging, and associated hardware; supports engineers as needed.
• Occasionally substitutes as deck crew on watch and communicates safety risks during navigation.

Conocimientos

Marine propulsion systems

Mechanical repair

Descripción del empleo

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in New Orleans, LA seeks a mechanic assigned to the Deck Department to maintain, repair, install and modify prototype marine machinery and systems unique to sea-going hopper dredges. Responsibilities include servicing anchors, winches, pumps, hydraulics and related gear; assisting engineers on complex tasks as needed.

Position requires U.S. citizenship, a valid USCG credential for Able Bodied Seaman or higher, TWIC card, and successful completion of a