Mechanic

RMK Merrill-Stevens; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Competitive compensation

Job summary

RMK Merrill-Stevens in Miami seeks a skilled Marine Mechanic to oversee mechanical equipment, projects, and machinery across our shipyard. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain marine drive-line systems, steering, hydraulic systems, and related machinery to safety and performance standards.

You will support ABS, Lloyd's, and US Coast Guard classifications by ensuring adherence to high-quality procedures, planning tasks, and coordinating with foremen and project managers to deliver reliable,

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of mechanical team member experience.
• Ability to read 3D models of structures and mechanisms.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000/AS‑9100 Quality Management Systems.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Proven work experience as a mechanic.
• Knowledge of marine engine and electrical auxiliary systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of marine hydraulic systems and related parts is a plus.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in confined spaces.
• Knowledge of boat steering systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all mechanical and electrical problems on vessel mechanical systems including mechanical systems, driveline, steering systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, plumbing & valving systems, HVAC systems, refrigeration systems, ancillary systems and machinery.
• Install all types of ancillary parts and items as required for vessel machinery, equipment, and systems.
• Understand related electrical and control systems.
• Estimate job labor & material requirements for projects, and work with project managers to ensure job tasks are estimated thoroughly.
• Interpret work orders and task items, prioritize work and schedule works on multiple projects, within budgetary and time constraints.
• Coordinate, integrate and manage project labor resources with the service department.
• Replace broken or worn‑out engine parts.
• Repair faulty hydraulic and steering systems.
• Create a job plan with QA/QC components, identify potential problems, implement solutions and communicate this with foreman, technicians, and project managers.
• Communicate job assignments, technical specifications and other relevant information to technicians.
• Update job task progress for project managers to facilitate overall oversight.
• Teach technicians correct processes for job tasks, including risk assessment, PPE and technical techniques.
• Conduct QC inspections during work.
• Manage assigned job tasks and technician teams.

Skills

Read 3D models

Troubleshooting

Marine systems knowledge

Boat steering systems

Ability to lift heavy equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance with 100% employer coverage for the employee
• Life insurance, GAP, dental, vision, and other supplementary coverage
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k)
• PTO

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Mechanic to join our shipyard. As a Marine Mechanic, you will be responsible for overseeing all the aspects of mechanical equipment, projects, and machinery in the shipyard.

As a Marine Mechanic, you need to diagnose, repair and maintain marine drive‑line equipment, steering and hydraulic systems, engine‑room equipment and related mechanical systems.

Your work must be of the highest international standards to meet Classification Society Requirements of ABS, Lloyds, and the US Coast Guard.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all mechanical and electrical problems on vessel mechanical systems including mechanical systems, driveline, steering systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, plumbing & valving systems, HVAC systems, refrigeration systems, ancillary systems and machinery.
• Install all types of ancillary parts and items as required for vessel machinery, equipment, and systems.
• Understand related electrical and control systems.
• Estimate job labor & material requirements for projects, and work with project managers to ensure job tasks are estimated thoroughly.
• Interpret work orders and task items, prioritize work and schedule works on multiple projects, within budgetary and time constraints.
• Coordinate, integrate and manage project labor resources with the service department.
• Replace broken or worn‑out engine parts.
• Repair faulty hydraulic and steering systems.
• Create a job plan with QA/QC components, identify potential problems, implement solutions and communicate this with foreman, technicians, and project managers.
• Communicate job assignments, technical specifications and other relevant information to technicians.
• Update job task progress for project managers to facilitate overall oversight.
• Teach technicians correct processes for job tasks, including risk assessment, PPE and technical techniques.
• Conduct QC inspections during work.
• Manage assigned job tasks and technician teams.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of mechanical team member or relevant experience.
• Ability to read 3D models of structures and mechanisms.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000/AS‑9100 Quality Management Systems.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Proven work experience as a mechanic.
• Knowledge of marine engine and electrical auxiliary systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of marine hydraulic systems and related parts is a plus.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in confined spaces.
• Knowledge of boat steering systems.