Marine Technician - Bear, DE

Foley, Inc.; Bear (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley, Incorporated is seeking an experienced marine technician to diagnose and repair diesel engines, generators and propulsion systems on company and customer vessels. You will troubleshoot, perform repairs, and coordinate with the Service Manager on outstanding issues while following safety policies and procedures.

The role requires strong technical and interpersonal skills, the ability to work with limited supervision, and willingness to respond to after-hours calls.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience servicing marine diesel engines, marine generators, propulsion systems.
• Caterpillar marine experience preferred but not required.
• Must multitask and assist parts department; strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose repair needs and perform designated repairs on marine propulsion engines, generators and vessel systems as directed.
• Troubleshoot and notify Service Manager of outstanding issues; perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Install, replace, rebuild, or repair parts in a timely manner and according to specs.
• Follow Foley safety policies; wear PPE and adhere to contamination control guidelines.
• Respond to after-hour emergencies when directed; test parts/equipment and perform quality checks.
• Secure equipment at shift end and complete required paperwork; maintain basic computer records.

Skills

Multitasking

Strong troubleshooting

Interpersonal communication

Clean driving record

Tools

SisWeb

ET

Job description

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.