Lead Mechanic — Marine Pumps & Rotating Equipment

Morin Process Equipment; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Morin Repair Services in Tampa seeks a Lead Mechanic to oversee repairs and assemble pumps, gearboxes, windlasses, and related equipment. The role combines shop and field work, with responsibility for guiding technicians and ensuring work quality.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in pump/rotating equipment repair, with leadership experience, strong mechanical knowledge, and the ability to read complex drawings. Local travel and maritime project exposure are common.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience repairing pumps and rotating equipment, with time as a lead or senior mechanic.
• Proven ability to work independently in the shop and in the field.
• Extensive experience disassembling, inspecting, reconditioning, and assembling pumps.
• Experience with gearboxes, winches, marine windlasses, or similar machinery.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, bearings, seals, fits, clearances, and alignment.
• Skilled with precision measuring tools, and able to judge when a part can be reused, repaired, or must be replaced.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, and schematics.
• Good communication skills and the ability to deal professionally with customers and Chief Engineers.
• Must have Valid driver's license and TWIC card or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, inspect, recondition, and reassemble pumps and related equipment.
• Repair and overhaul gearboxes, winches, marine windlasses, capstans, and deck machinery.
• Take and record measurements and compare them to OEM specs.
• Identify wear and failed components; report findings with notes and photos.
• Install bearings, seals, packing, couplings, and wear parts using proper methods.
• Troubleshoot and align equipment in the field, including shaft alignment and startup support.
• Read and interpret manuals, drawings, and work orders to perform repairs.
• Coordinate with machinists on parts requiring machining and confirm fits.

Skills

Lead mechanic experience

Pumps & rotating equipment repair

Field & shop work

Independent worker

Communication with managers/customers

Tools

Dial indicators

Laser alignment tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Morin Repair Services in Tampa seeks a Lead Mechanic to oversee repairs and assemble pumps, gearboxes, windlasses, and related equipment. The role combines shop and field work, with responsibility for guiding technicians and ensuring work quality.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in pump/rotating equipment repair, with leadership experience, strong mechanical knowledge, and the ability to read complex drawings. Local travel and maritime project exposure are common.