Mechanic 1st Class Equip Shop

Port Houston; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Houston is seeking a Mechanic 1st Class Equip Shop to manage equipment repairs and parts ordering. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of mechanic experience, a high school degree, and be able to maintain a safe working environment. This role involves supervising shop operations and ensuring parts are available and equipment is properly maintained.

Qualifications

• 5+ years mechanic experience required.
• A current, valid Texas driver's license is required.
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Order parts for terminal equipment and ensure timely receipt.
• Supervise shop safety and maintenance.
• Assign work to mechanics and inspect for adherence to departmental standards.

Skills

Knowledge of mechanics

Ability to communicate

Organizational skills

Judgment and quick-thinking skills

Ability to operate forklift

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

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Are you ready to think about the future and dream big? At Port Houston, we're seeking individuals who are eager to tackle the most significant challenges of their careers. For over a century, we've been driven by vision and scale, delivering impactful initiatives that shape Houston and the region. Our sustainability and success hinge on attracting, retaining, and nurturing exceptional talent.

When you join Port Houston, you're embarking on a journey towards a fulfilling career path. Take the first step in the right direction—are you READY?

Position Summary

Orders parts for numerous different pieces of equipment for the equipment shop. Helps in delegating work in shop, assists in troubleshooting and repair of equipment and works to keep a safe working environment. Carries out administrative duties and works as a shift leader when assigned on shift and promotes safe and efficient Port Houston work practices.

Key Responsibilities/Duties

• Order parts for terminal equipment such as yard trucks, chassis, forklifts, empty handlers, top loaders, and automobiles. Ensure parts are received in a timely manner
• Maintain a readily available supply of consumables such as nuts and bolts, wiper blades, brass fittings, hydraulic hose, hydraulic fittings, electric connectors and air brake valves
• Stock oil, fuel, air, hydraulic and water filters
• Assign work to mechanics for repair and regular maintenance to all equipment and inspect work for adherence to departmental standards
• Dispatch emergency services such as tire repair and repairs to equipment as needed
• Enforce departmental rules and regulations governing employees
• Supervise shop safety and maintenance
• Coordinate repair work with dealers for vehicles and equipment under warranty
• Coordinate repair work with contractors, tenants, and customers
• Assist and advise mechanics with complex or unusual assignments
• Supervise shop operations in the absence of the Foreman
• Lead a group of mechanics and electricians and coordinate maintenance related activities during shift work
• Reconcile downtime events after each occurrence with representative from Operations Dept., email shift log to supervisors at end of shift
• Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
• Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor
• Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
• Perform other duties as required
  
  

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• 5+ years mechanic experience required
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:
• Knowledge of mechanics
• Knowledge of automotive and heavy-duty equipment repair and maintenance
• Knowledge of equipment parts
• Ability to communicate with others
• Ability to climb and be comfortable at heights
• Organizational skills
• Judgment and quick-thinking skills
• Ability to give written and oral directions
• Ability to operate forklift, if needed
• A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment
  
  

Key Competencies Required

• Achieve Results
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Customer Focus
• Effective Communication
• Pragmatic Decision Making Safety
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high. To apply, please go to porthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.

Thank you for choosing Port Houston in your career search.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Maritime Transportation

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