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Lead Marine Diesel Fleet Mechanic
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Western Towboat Company
Seattle, WA (In Person)
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Lead Marine Diesel Fleet Mechanic Western Towboat Company - 4.3 Seattle, WA Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Diesel engine system repair Teamwork TWIC Card Diesel mechanics Forklift Caterpillar Driver's License Team management Organizational skills Warehouse experience Technical project management Materials handling Full Job Description Company Overivew Western Towboat Company is a family-owned business established in 1948, operating tugs and barges across some of the most demanding waterways in the Western Hemisphere, from Puget Sound to the Aleutian Islands, Arctic Alaska to the Hawaiian Islands, and the Panama Canal. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Lead Marine Diesel Mechanic to support our fleet of approximately twenty vessels. The ideal candidate has extensive Caterpillar engine experience, preferably with dealership-level training, and is highly skilled with CAT 3500, C-175, and 3300 series engines. Qualifications Significant technical knowledge of engine repair, maintenance, preservation, and project management. Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). Ability to lift 50lbs without assistance, stand for long periods of time, climb ladders, walk in various environments. Report to work in-person. Extensive experience building and maintaining Caterpillar engines. Knowledge of CAT 3500, C-175, and 3300 series engines. Able to lead a team running multiple complex projects at the same time. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform complete overhauls, troubleshooting, and repairs. Coordinate maintenance schedules and manage a small team of mechanics. Effectively multitask in a busy fleet environment. Support and uphold WTB's vision and values. Respond to emergency repairs outside regular hours, including weekends, as required. Occasionally travel to vessels and shipyards for duties, training, and professional development, including overnight stays when necessary. Utilize WTB's vessel management software, Mobile Ops, for maintenance tracking, planning, scheduling, and recording. Assess work requests, direct repairs, and address deficiencies. Attend weekly Operations Meetings, Post Op Meetings, yard safety meetings and annual Management Review. Adhere to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. Work Environment This position works in an active shipyard environment and supports waterfront, warehouse, and vessel operations. Consistent on-site presence during scheduled hours is important. Compensation Negotiable based on experience Applicants must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license. Western Towboat Co. is a drug-free work environment and an equal opportunity employer. A criminal history background check and pre-employment drug screen may be conducted prior to beginning employment.