Marine Mechanic: Towboat Fleet Technician (On-Call)

American Commercial Barge Line LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) matching

Employee Assistance Program

Travel vehicle

Job summary

American Commercial Barge Line is seeking a skilled Marine Mechanic to maintain and repair the towboat fleet, ensuring propulsion and auxiliary systems are in top condition. You will perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and document all work to support safe, efficient operations along the waterways.

The role requires a minimum high school diploma or GED, a valid TWIC, and a driver’s license, with 5+ years in mechanical maintenance preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years mechanical maintenance experience and repairs of related equipment.
• Must meet ACBL physical examination requirements.
• Must possess and maintain an active TWIC.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in accordance with ACBL safety & environmental policies.
• Abide by ACBL policies, USCG and environmental regulations.
• Maintain equipment on fleet vessels in proper working order and perform repairs as needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair main propulsion and auxiliary machinery and vessel systems.
• Record maintenance and inspections, keep documentation up to date.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Be on-call weekends and nights during assigned weeks.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

On-call readiness

TWIC credential

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electric multi-meter

Job description

American Commercial Barge Line is seeking a skilled Marine Mechanic to maintain and repair the towboat fleet, ensuring propulsion and auxiliary systems are in top condition. You will perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and document all work to support safe, efficient operations along the waterways.

The role requires a minimum high school diploma or GED, a valid TWIC, and a driver’s license, with 5+ years in mechanical maintenance preferred.