PORT FACILITY MAINTENANCE MASTER MECHANIC

Port of New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Port of New Orleans is seeking a Port Facility Maintenance Master Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain a broad array of equipment across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and engine-powered systems. The role supports the Port's Mission in keeping port operations moving within the Facility Services department of the Maintenance Division.

Three years of relevant maintenance experience and ability to work on gas, diesel, and propane engines, HVAC, generators, and fleet vehicles are required,

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in the maintenance or repair of mobile equipment.
• Experience with heavy mobile equipment or industrial/maintenance machinery.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and engine systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains a wide range of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and engine-powered equipment.
• Inspects, dismantles, adjusts, replaces, and installs defective components.
• Performs preventive maintenance and emergency repairs, including testing, lubrication, and equipment records.

Skills

Mobile equipment maintenance

Diagnostic tools

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

This vacancy will be filled through the promotion of a current permanent classified employee of the Port of New Orleans. The selected employee may be required to serve a new probationary appointment.

At the Port of New Orleans, our mission is to drive economic prosperity throughout our tri-parish jurisdiction: Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard. We collaborate with state and local partners to ensure that we can continue to be a vital link to the world for businesses and consumers throughout Louisiana and beyond.

Port NOLA seeks a Port Facility Maintenance Master Mechanic.

This position is in the Facility Services department of the Port of New Orleans Maintenance Division.

This position serves as a Master Mechanic by performing the following tasks to include but not limited to: Repairs and vehicles, machinery and equipment. Diagnose. Repair. Maintain. Keep the Port Moving.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of experience in the maintenance or repair of mobile equipment; or in the operation of heavy mobile equipment, industrial machinery, construction or maintenance equipment, or transportation or materials handling equipment.

Job Duties

Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains a wide range of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and engine-powered equipment, including gas, diesel, and propane engines, HVAC systems, generators, fleet vehicles, heavy equipment, and grounds-maintenance equipment. Inspects, dismantles, adjusts, replaces, and installs defective or worn components, including hydraulic hoses, pistons, valves, bearings, gears, cylinders, and other mechanical parts; uses diagnostic tools and equipment to identify and resolve maintenance issues. Performs preventive maintenance and emergency repairs, including equipment testing, lubrication, tire changes, parts ordering, and repair documentation; maintains a clean and safe work environment and provides maintenance support as directed.