Marine Service Technician

PALFINGER AG; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PALFINGER AG is searching for a Marine Service Technician in New Iberia, LA. This role involves servicing and maintaining equipment to ensure peak performance in the marine industry. Successful candidates will have a solid technical background in hydraulics and marine operations, along with a willingness to travel for site work. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including 401(k) matching and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Benefits

401(k) with Company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Company holidays and Personal Time Off (PTO)

Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of marine/offshore experience.
• Solid technical background with proven experience in hydraulic construction.
• Ability to travel for multiple days at assigned offshore locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive services on lifeboats and davit/winch systems.
• Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul cranes and Life Saving Equipment.
• Complete thorough service reports to document all activities.

Skills

Hydraulic construction

Marine/offshore experience

Servicing engineering

Knowledge of cranes

Electrical knowledge

Job description

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years – with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions.

PALFINGER MARINE, an integral part of our organization since 1992, offers complete deck equipment solutions and lifesaving appliances to various maritime industries. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

PALFINGER is searching for a Marine Service Technician to work at our New Iberia, LA location. We are located at 912 Highway 90 East, New Iberia, LA 70560. This position reports to the Louisiana Service Manager.

Your Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive services, participates in testing, commissioning, annual & 5-year inspections on lifeboats and davit/winch systems globally.
• Complete thorough service reports to ensure all activities are documented and communicated effectively.
• Diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul Palfinger cranes and/ or Life Saving Equipment (LSE) ensuring they operate at peak performance.
• Utilize electronic, hydraulicand mechanical theory along with related knowledge to test and modify operational electrical machinery.
• Apply electroniccontrol equipment and circuitry, hydrauliccircuits and components andmechanical equipment to maintain and enhance system functionality.

Your Qualifications:

• Solid technical backgroundwith proven experience in hydraulic construction.
• 3-5 years of marine/offshore experience with the ability to adapt to the unique challenges of this type of environment.
• Experience in servicing engineering, maintaining and enhancing critical systems with precision and care.
• Possess sound theoretical knowledge of cranes, hydraulics and electrical knowledge in the marine/fishing industry environment.
• Ability to travel for multiple days at a time to assigned offshore locations.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered.
• Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
• Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

PALFINGER is not utilizing any external recruiting agencies for this opportunity.

Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.