Marine Technician - Bear, DE

Foley; Bear (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley, Incorporated in Bear, DE seeks an experienced technician to diagnose and repair marine propulsion engines, aux engines, and generators. You will troubleshoot, install, repair, and test equipment, following safety policies and maintaining documentation.

The role requires 3+ years servicing marine diesel engines or related systems, with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Some after-hours availability may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience servicing marine diesel engines, gensets, propulsion systems.
• Caterpillar marine experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to multitask and work with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose repair needs and perform designated repairs on marine propulsion engines, generators, and related vessel systems.
• Troubleshoot and notify Service Manager of outstanding issues.
• Complete tasks with little to no supervision.
• Show strong technical and problem-solving skills with good communication.
• Commit to continuous self-development and skill improvement.
• Verify findings and compare readings to specs.
• Install, replace, rebuild, or repair parts per specifications.
• Follow Foley safety policies and wear PPE at all times.
• Respond to after-hours emergency calls as directed.
• Test and quality-check repairs and secure equipment at shift end.
• Maintain documentation and complete required paperwork.

Skills

Marine engines

Troubleshooting

Repair diagnostics

Interpersonal skills

Tools

SisWeb

ET

Job description

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Bear, DE, US

Salary Range: $29.00 To $44.00 Hourly

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Diagnose repair needs and perform designated repairs on company and customer-owned marine propulsion engines, auxiliary engines, generators, and related vessel systems as directed.
• Perform necessary troubleshooting and notify Service Manager of outstanding issues.
• Expected to complete tasks with no/limited supervision.
• Demonstrates extremely well developed technical and troubleshooting skills with strong analytical problem-solving skills in their work unit.
• Demonstrates the need for continuous self-development and seeks every opportunity to improve their personal, technical, and interpersonal skills.
• Verified findings, review readings of gauges and procedures and compare to manufactured specs.
• Install, replace, rebuild, or repair the parts and/or equipment in a timely manner and according to specifications
• Consistently follows all Foley safety policies and procedures to include all Personal Protective Equipment being worn at all times, as well as contamination control guidelines.
• Willing to respond to after-hour emergency calls as directed by supervisor.
• Test the part or equipment and perform quality checks after work is complete.
• At the end of shift, secure all equipment and machinery and complete all required paperwork.
• Basic computer skills and good interpersonal and communications skills.
• The candidate must have a clean driving record and current driver’s license.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of experience servicing marine diesel engines, marine generators, propulsion systems, heavy equipment, or related power systems. Caterpillar marine experience is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Assist parts department in researching and ordering needed parts.
• Strong Computer skills preferred, knowledge of SisWeb and ET.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Foley, Incorporated does not discriminate against any person applying for employment based on race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin or citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a covered Veteran, or any other legally protected status.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60.300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60.741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and protected veteran status, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.