Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Pangaea Texas LLC; Port Aransas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pangaea Texas is seeking a Mobile Equipment Mechanic to inspect, maintain, and repair diesel-powered mobile equipment used in marine terminal operations in Port Aransas, TX. You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems, perform preventive maintenance, and keep accurate maintenance records.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will work with terminal staff and outside providers to minimize downtime while upholding safety and manufacturer recommendations.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Experience with mobile/heavy machinery preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license and TWIC or ability to obtain TWIC.
• Ability to work outside in all weather.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Willing to work varied hours including nights/weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on mobile equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems.
• Maintain records of inspections, maintenance and repairs.
• Report equipment conditions to Operations Manager.
• Assist with operator tasks and ensure safe operation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Communication skills

TWIC access requirement

Valid driver’s license

Weather adaptability

Shift flexibility

Education

HS diploma / GED

Job description

Description

Title: Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Status: Full-time, Non-exempt

Company: Pangaea Texas

Reports To: Operations Manager

Position Summary:

The Mobile Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all mobile equipment used in daily marine terminal operations, including front-end loaders, excavators, articulated haul trucks, forklifts, crane grapples, and other diesel-powered equipment. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring equipment remains safe and operational. This position will report directly to the Terminal Operations Manager and work closely with terminal personnel and outside service providers to minimize equipment downtime, coordinate repairs, and ensure all equipment is maintained in accordance with company safety standards and manufacturer recommendations.

Core Values:

All team members must demonstrate an ability to adhere and understand the core principles of the company. This team member must be able to provide value and depth to the Core Principles of Pangaea.

• Safety – Safe operations for our employees is the top priority
• Trust – Our employees trust the company and the company trusts our employees
• Integrity – We will always work openly and honestly with our stakeholders
• Curiosity – We encourage all employees to be curious about customers
• Teamwork – Employees are expected to be good colleagues and help others succeed

Position Specific Behaviors

• Team player
• Makes decisions and executes quickly
• Honesty and integrity
• Adaptable and flexible
• Collaborative - works well with others
• Excels in high growth, entrepreneurial and meritocratic environment
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Strong intellectual curiosity
• Thrives in a pressurized work environment

Demonstrated Competencies to be Successful at Pangaea

• Self- starter
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Customer Focus
• Accountability
• Executing both short-time plans and long-term plans tied to vision and “big picture” goals

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

[MAINTENANCE]

• Performs routine preventive maintenance on mobile equipment, including oil and filter changes, fluid inspections, lubrication, and replacement of worn or damaged components to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine issues, performing necessary repairs to minimize equipment downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
• Maintains accurate records of equipment inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage while identifying potential equipment failures and recommending corrective actions to prevent unexpected breakdowns
• Reports any unusual condition of equipment to Operations Managers; Responsible for ensuring employees are checking equipment for damage or repairs needed and reporting information to team leader.
• Performs maintenance and assists with operator level tasks such as repairing, adjusting and lubricating equipment, gauges, valves, hoses, and etc. as necessary to maximize machine availability/reliability.
• Ensures all operations employees are monitoring pressures, temperature and data points on the HMI to ensure that they are at nominal operating level.

[ADMINISTRATION]

• Maintains and reports accurate records including beginning of shift equipment inspections and work orders completed by the end of each shift.
• Complies with governmental, state, and company certification standards.
• Performs rigging calculations and programming on equipment when necessary.
• Performs all duties assigned by the Operations Manager to make sure port operations continue without interruption.

[SAFETY]

• Ensure that safe terminal operating conditions are met before and during operation.
• Works closely, as needed, with all levels of operators when making lifts or rigging equipment or materials

Requirements

Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required:

• HS diploma / GED is required.
• Any type of mechanical experience, especially on crane grabs, is preferred but not required.
• Mobile or other heavy machinery experience is required.
• Ability to respond to issues quickly, safely and effectively in a fast-paced, stressful operating environment
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and writing
• Valid driver’s license and TWIC or ability to obtain a TWIC required
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather
• Must be available to work varied hours, shifts including days/nights/weekends/holidays as required

Physical Requirements:

• Must meet physical, mental and dexterity requirements of the job including being physically able to climb and descend ladders and stairs to access the all levels of port operating equipment.
• Must be physically able to climb on top of equipment for fueling, inspecting and rigging operations.
• Ability to work in most weather conditions and around heavy machinery, which can be dangerous at times
• Ability to work rotating shifts as determined by management
• Flexibility to adjust to changing shift work which may require early mornings, evenings and weekends
• Must meet “fit for duty” requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test)