Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Fincantieri Marine Group; Sturgeon Bay (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fincantieri Marine Group in Wisconsin, Sturgeon Bay, seeks a maintenance technician to move equipment, parts, and machinery across our 63-acre facility. You will inspect brakes, steering, wheel bearings, and other components to ensure proper operation.

You will use hand and power tools, perform routine maintenance, and ensure adherence to safety policies while supporting waterfront operations. Attendance and initiative are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings for proper operation.
• Use hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, gauges) and power tools (wrenches, welding equipment, jacks/hoists).
• Adjust brakes and reassemble equipment.
• Examine and adjust guards, bolts, and safety devices.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, battery checks, and lubrication.

Responsibilities

• Inspect critical systems to ensure safe operation.
• Operate hand and power tools for repairs and maintenance.
• Adjust and reassemble mechanical components including brakes.
• Inspect safety guards and devices for proper function.
• Perform routine maintenance and lubrication of equipment.

Skills

Drives Results

Process Optimization

Situational Adaptability

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Jacks

Hoists

Pressure gauges

Pneumatic wrenches

Job description

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for moving equipment, parts, machinery, etc. at our vast, 63-acre facility.

Detailed Description

• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Use hand tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precision instruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists.
• Adjust brakes and reassemble equipment.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront.
• Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies.
• Abide by all organizational policies and procedures.

Core Competencies

• Drives Results -- Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Optimizes Work Processes (Quality & Continuous Improvement) -- Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability -- Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Physical Job Demands

• Occasionally install batteries into equipment by lifting 75lbs from the floor, carrying 25' and placing on a 28" shelf, then lifting to 50", climbing 3 steps and placing at 28" and 48".
• Occasionally utilize various hand tools for repairs and maintenance by lifting and carrying 22lbs 50', climbing a flight of stairs, standing at 60", kneeling at 36" and lying overhead and reaching 24".
• Utilize Porta-Pull, Porta-Power, Chain Jack and Chain Fall by lifting 48lbs from the floor, carrying 50', and placing into position by standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders, bending, and reaching overhead and then pushing with force up to 150lbs and pulling with a force of 50lbs.
• Utilize small tools to manipulate small parts for installation and/or repair by gripping / pinching with 10lbs of force.
• Perform various repairs while wearing a 20lb safety harness and climbing a ladder.
• Maneuver pipe stands by lifting 40lbs of pipe stand from the bed of truck at 48", carrying 50', and placing on the ground / floor.
• Carry and place drain pan by lifting 30lbs from 48", carrying 50', and placing on the ground / floor.