Maintenance Mechanic

Georgia Ports Authority; Garden City (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Ports Authority in Garden City, GA, seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to service equipment, buildings and structures, ensuring safe and efficient operation. Under supervision, you will troubleshoot and repair electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical systems while adhering to GPA safety standards.

The role requires 5+ years in carpentry, welding or electrical work, ability to read blueprints, and TWIC plus a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in carpentry, welding or electrical work.
• Ability to read blueprints and assembly instructions.
• Capable of moderate to heavy lifting in various weather conditions.
• TWIC and valid state driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots maintenance problems including electrical, structural, plumbing and equipment repairs.
• Performs routine electrical repairs and lighting maintenance.
• Performs plumbing repairs and fixture replacements.
• Performs carpentry repairs and building maintenance.
• Conducts preventive maintenance on buildings, windows, doors, and hardware.
• Repairs doors, locks, and hardware; patch walls as needed.
• Operates welding and burning equipment safely.
• Works at high elevations and on roadways/structures.
• Ensures compliance with GPA safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical systems

Carpentry

Welding

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding machines

Forklift

JLG/scissor lift

Hand and power tools

Job description

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Mechanic performs assigned tasks in an efficient and safe manner to maintain equipment, buildings and structures for adequate operation.

Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.

JOB DUTIES:

• Troubleshoots minor maintenance problems including electrical, structural, plumbing and equipment repairs.
• Performs routine electrical repairs such as changing light bulbs, or florescent bulbs, ballast and light fixtures.
• Performs routine plumbing such as unstopping toilets, sinks or urinals, fixing water leaks, leaking faucets, or water fountains.
• Performs carpentry repairs.
• Performs preventive building maintenance duties, caulk windows and doors, repair and replace broken windows.
• Repair and replace door knobs or locks, panic hardware and keys, repairs door closures, and patch holes in wall.
• Performs miscellaneous burning, welding and other assigned tasks.
• Performs repairs and other duties at high altitudes.
• Performs repairs to roadways, concrete and asphalt.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to operate welding machines, burning machines, forklift, JLG, scissor lift, hand and power tools, safely and efficiently.
• Ability and willingness to climb and work at high elevations required.
• General knowledge of tools associated with carpentry trade.
• Ability to read and follow blue prints and assembly instructions.
• Able to use hand and power tools.
• Work involves moderate to heavy lifting in all types of weather.
• The ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with the GPA staff on all levels of administration including immediate supervisor, management and co-workers required.

Experience

• Steel fabrication and mechanical aptitude and at least 5 years experience in carpentry, welding or electrical Required

Education

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent

Licenses & Certifications

• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required
• Driver's License - Valid state driver's license Required

Note: This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, job requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require the performance of different or additional tasks. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, an without direct threat to the health or safety of others.

Revised: 8/3/2023

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