Marine Mechanic III

Northeast Maritime Institute Inc.; Sitka (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Maritime Institute Inc. is seeking a Marine Mechanic III based in Sitka, Alaska. The successful candidate will assist in the maintenance and repair of marine engines and equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and assist in inventory management for vessel parts.

Qualifications include proven analytical skills, the ability to pass a security background check, and a valid First Aid/CPR certification. Preferred qualifications include welding experience and direct knowledge of marine diesel engines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving aptitude.
• Must pass security background check and DOT drug test.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mechanical overhaul and repair of marine engines.
• Repair and maintain hydraulic equipment and valves.
• Operate hand and power tools for engine repair.
• Maintain inventory parts for engines and auxiliary systems.
• Assist with oil/fuel filter changes and vessel maintenance.
• Maintain company vehicles and equipment.
• Conduct checks of engine and jet room spaces aboard vessels.
• Function as a deckhand/engineer as needed.
• Keep facility organized and neat.
• Complete special projects as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Use of hand/power tools

Education

Valid First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Marine Mechanic III assists the Marine Mechanic team and the Port Engineer in the maintenance and repair of marine engines, marine machinery, and related equipment. The Marine Mechanic III will perform oil and fuel filter changes, other basic preventative maintenance and will report any observed issues to supervisory staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with major and specialized mechanical overhaul and repair work on gasoline and marine diesel engines, outboard motors, and related marine equipment and systems using schematic charts and technical manuals.
• Assists with repairs and maintains hydraulic equipment and valves.
• Operates hand and power tools associated with marine engine and equipment repair.
• Assist the Mechanics/Inventory Specialist with maintaining inventory parts for engines and auxiliary systems on each vessel (i.e., pumps, starters, belts, impellers, filters, gaskets, etc.).
• Assist with required maintenance on prescribed schedule; be available to assist with all maintenance, oil/fuel filter changes on vessels, including greasing, changing zincs and taking oil samples.
• Assist with the maintenance of company vehicles, trucks, forklifts, etc.
• Ride along on an occasional tour to monitor vessel systems while underway by conducting checks of engine and jet room spaces throughout trip.
• Fill in, as needed, aboard vessels as deckhand/engineer and function as an effective member of the crew conducting engine room checks, maintaining passenger safety, and performing customer service.
• Keep the facility neat and well organized.
• Special projects may be assigned as required by the business.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must demonstrate analytical skills and aptitude for problem-solving.
• Must pass a security background check and DOT drug test.
• Ability to use hand/power tools.
• Valid, unexpired First Aid/CPR certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Welding and/or fabrication experience.
• Valid US driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Direct experience with marine diesel engines is preferred.
• Mechanical experience – diesel and/or marine is preferred.

CONTACT INFORMATION

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Molly Trostel via the contact information below: