Marine Diesel Mechanic

The Cooper Group; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cooper Group is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic in Mobile, Alabama, for maintenance and repair of diesel engines on tugboats. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and leading maintenance tasks with a focus on safety and quality workmanship.

The ideal candidate should have experience with engines such as EMD, Caterpillar, and Cummins. Availability for on-call and weekend work is required. Join a committed team upholding the highest quality standards in marine repair.

Qualifications

• Experience working on diesel engines in a marine environment.
• Must be available for on-call and weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot diesel engines and related systems on tugboats.
• Perform repairs to major engine components to meet customer requirements.
• Lead a team in performing maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Diesel engine maintenance

Troubleshooting hydraulic systems

Team leadership

Tools

Engines (EMD, Caterpillar, John Deere, Cummins)

Job description

Description

Situated on 26 acres, Blakeley BoatWorks is a full‑service shipyard focused on new construction and marine repair projects. With our 1,900‑short‑ton capacity floating dry dock and a 660‑short‑ton Travelift, Blakeley BoatWorks has a professional and skilled workforce committed to the highest standards of quality and safety.

The Diesel Mechanic will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of diesel engines and related systems on our fleet of tugboats. This role requires a thorough understanding of marine diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and other associated equipment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem‑solver with a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Ideal Candidates

• Skilled in working on the following makes of engines: EMD, Caterpillar, John Deere, Cummins
• Competent in troubleshooting engine problems on above makes of engine such as excessive smoke, low power, engine vibrations associated with internal engine failure, fuel systems, electronic control systems
• Capable of performing repairs to major engine components on a time frame that meets customer requirements
• Capable of performing major in‑frame overhauls in a time frame that meets industry standards
• Competent in service of main bearings, gear train assemblies, cylinder packs, cylinder heads, turbo chargers, etc.
• Competent in rigging to lift engines for major service work
• Willing to work overtime to repair customer vessels as each individual job requires
• Capable of leading a team in performing all above tasks

Requirements

• Experience working on diesel engines in a marine environment
• Must be available for on‑call and weekend work