Outside Mechanic

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation; Freeport (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation seeks an Outside Mechanic for Freeport, TX. You will maintain and repair mechanical equipment aboard Fuel, Derrick, Anchor and Drag barges to support safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnosing and repairing equipment, and coordinating repairs with service vendors while complying with USCG and ABS standards. Travel to multiple project sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing onboard mechanical equipment on vessels.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on barge equipment.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements specific to marine operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical equipment aboard Fuel, Derrick, Anchor and Drag barges.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and coordinate repairs with service vendors.
• Ensure compliance with USCG and ABS safety standards and documentation.

Skills

Mechanic

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Vessel systems

Engines

Job description

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Full-Time Hourly Non-exempt Freeport, TX, US

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an Outside Mechanic near the Gulf Coast. They will be responsible for maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment aboard Fuel, Derrick, Anchor, and Drag barges to support safe and efficient operations. Duties include performing preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, coordinating repairs with service vendors, and maintaining compliance with USCG requirements and company safety standards. This position reports directly to the Attendant Plant Maintenance Superintendent & Manager and may require travel to multiple project sites as directed.

About the Company:

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 133-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company’s Incident-and Injury-Free® (IIF®) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company’s culture. The Company’s commitment to the IIF® culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.

Experience Required:

• Experience operating and maintaining mechanical equipment aboard Fuel, Derrick, Anchor, and Drag barges

• Experience performing preventive, corrective, and routine maintenance on onboard machinery and vessel systems

• Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical equipment issues

• Experience servicing, inspecting, and troubleshooting engines, transmissions, and torque converters

• Experience working with service vendors during repair activities

• Knowledge of USCG and ABS regulatory compliance requirements

• Must be able to travel to multiple project sites as directed

Other Requirements:

• Must maintain a valid Tankerman endorsement

• Must be able to maintain accurate transfer and oil record books in accordance with USCG requirements

• Must be self-motivated, dependable, and committed to safety and accountability

• Must be able to communicate equipment issues requiring outside contractor support to supervision

• Strong commitment to high-quality maintenance standards

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.

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