Shipboard Equipment Mechanic - Diesel & Construction

KBR Careers

Gulfport (MS)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Shipboard Engineer (Construction) Equipment Mechanic to perform high level preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel engines and construction equipment aboard ships with duty assignments to Guam, Saipan, or Diego Garcia. The role includes mentoring lower level mechanics and supporting higher level technicians in a dynamic DoD-enabled environment.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, 4 years of directly related experience, and completion of the

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent.
4 years of directly related work experience.
Complete the Basic Engineer Program Mechanics Course, or equivalent.
Complete the Engineer Equipment Chief Course, or equivalent.
Must maintain a valid passport.
Must have valid State Drivers License.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to comply with all established methods, quality standards, and time schedules applicable to this position.
U.S. Citizen.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC) and Base Access.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

Performs high level preventative maintenance and repairs to diesel engines and gasoline and diesel driven construction equipment such as tractors, power shovels, road machinery, air compressors, concrete mixers and other engine driven or towed construction equipment.
Provides technical assistance, guidance, or training to lower level mechanics and assists higher level mechanics.
Performs other tasks as reasonably assigned.