Oiler to Mechanic: Engine Room Technician

Callan Marine; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Callan Marine is seeking an Oiler to support the Mechanic in maintaining and inspecting engines and related equipment on work vessels in the Galveston area. The role involves daily checks, logs, and learning duties to progress toward Mechanic/Oiler positions.

You will work under the Chief Engineer with the Mechanic/Oilers, performing housekeeping, daily equipment checks, and safety initiatives. Remote project locations may be involved.

Qualifications

• Preferably some experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and pumps.
• Ability to comply with safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to obtain TWIC.
• Knowledge of operation of marine equipment, tools, and devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Mechanic/Oiler with day-to-day maintenance and repairs to work vessels.
• Carry out engine room housekeeping duties.
• Assist and perform duties under the direction of the Mechanic/Oilers.
• Maintain housekeeping in engine room.
• Assist with daily checks on all equipment and their mechanical parameters.
• Assist with maintaining daily logs of equipment checks and maintenance records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Pumps

Safety rules

TWIC

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Marine equipment knowledge

Job description

Callan Marine is seeking an Oiler to support the Mechanic in maintaining and inspecting engines and related equipment on work vessels in the Galveston area. The role involves daily checks, logs, and learning duties to progress toward Mechanic/Oiler positions.

You will work under the Chief Engineer with the Mechanic/Oilers, performing housekeeping, daily equipment checks, and safety initiatives. Remote project locations may be involved.