Marine & Heavy-Duty Transmission Technician

Kirby; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 139,137,600 - 141,204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Union position (IUOE Local 15C)

Job summary

Kirby is seeking a skilled Transmission & Marine Technician to diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy-duty equipment, marine propulsion systems, and powertrain components. This role demands strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, safety focus, and excellent customer service.

The position is a union role with IUOE Local 15C after 90 days. Pay starts at Tech III level with a CDL premium; overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required to meet customer needs, with a commitment to quality

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 3–7 years related experience.
• Technical degree or certification in diesel, marine, or heavy equipment repair preferred.
• Experience with Allison transmissions and/or major OEM transmission rebuilds preferred.
• Cummins engine experience, including Insite diagnostics, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electronic issues on heavy-duty and marine equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance according to manufacturer and company guidelines.
• Conduct complex repairs, overhauls, disassembly, and rebuilds of transmissions, diesel engines, propulsion systems, and related components.
• Diagnose and repair marine diesel engines and associated vessel systems on both commercial and recreational vessels, including work performed dockside and onboard.
• Repair and maintain marine propulsion systems, engine components, controls, electronics, and related subassemblies.
• Utilize OEM diagnostic software, laptops, and portable diagnostic tools to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Coordinate with the parts department to identify and order parts necessary to complete repairs.
• Accurately complete work orders, labor documentation, and time records in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform all work in accordance with company quality standards and safety procedures.
• Work independently and efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
• Occasional overtime, weekends, and holiday work may be required to meet customer needs.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Mechanical diagnostics

Diagnostic tooling

Communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree or certification in diesel/marine/heavy equipment repair

Allison transmissions experience

Cummins Insite diagnostics experience

Tools

OEM diagnostic software

Laptops

Portable diagnostic tools

Job description

Kirby is seeking a skilled Transmission & Marine Technician to diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy-duty equipment, marine propulsion systems, and powertrain components. This role demands strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, safety focus, and excellent customer service.

The position is a union role with IUOE Local 15C after 90 days. Pay starts at Tech III level with a CDL premium; overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required to meet customer needs, with a commitment to quality