Maritime Diesel Technician — Vessel Maintenance & Ops

Metson Marine, Inc.; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Metson Marine, Inc. seeks a skilled Marine Diesel Mechanic in Pensacola to diagnose mechanical malfunctions and perform repairs on diesel engines and related equipment aboard vessels and at port facilities.

You will inspect, troubleshoot, dismantle, repair, and reassemble machinery using hand tools, gauges, hoists, and diagnostic gear; test and verify performance; and conduct preventive maintenance. Experience with marine diesel and gasoline engines is preferred; you may work with Yanmar, Onan,

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines and mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of marine diesel and gasoline engines preferred.
• Ability to safely operate tools, equipment, and lifting devices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a marine and port operations environment.
• Willingness to participate in emergency response activities and support vessel operations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical malfunctions and perform repairs on diesel engines and related equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, dismantle, repair, and reassemble machinery using hand tools, gauges, hoists, and other diagnostic equipment.
• Examine components for damage or excessive wear and replace defective parts, engines, and subassemblies, including pumps and transmissions.
• Test repaired and overhauled equipment to verify proper operation and performance.
• Perform minor and major repairs on marine diesel and gasoline engines, including Yanmar, Onan, and outboard engines.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and routine servicing of equipment and vessels.
• Perform a variety of tasks related to the operation, maintenance, and upkeep of vessels, piers, and port facility common areas.
• Serve as a member of the Oil Spill Response Team and participate in response activities as required.
• Assist as a member of a small boat crew and support the safe and efficient operation of vessels, crew members, and military personnel under the direction of the Coxswain.
• Maintain compliance with all company, customer, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required to support contract performance and operational needs.

Skills

Diesel engine troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Safe tool operation

Team player

Emergency response

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Hoists

Job description

Metson Marine, Inc. seeks a skilled Marine Diesel Mechanic in Pensacola to diagnose mechanical malfunctions and perform repairs on diesel engines and related equipment aboard vessels and at port facilities.

You will inspect, troubleshoot, dismantle, repair, and reassemble machinery using hand tools, gauges, hoists, and diagnostic gear; test and verify performance; and conduct preventive maintenance. Experience with marine diesel and gasoline engines is preferred; you may work with Yanmar, Onan,