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Weeks Marine

Crane Mechanic (19/9)

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What they do

A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.

$53,675 / year median in Louisiana

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview Join our dynamic team as a Shipyard Crane Mechanic, where you will be at the forefront of maintaining and repairing heavy-duty cranes and industrial equipment essential to shipyard operations. This role primarily focuses on hydraulic cranes (possibly friction), but could include other heavy equipment. Your expertise will ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of critical lifting and material handling systems, contributing directly to the success of our maritime projects. This is not a project job and is intended to be a long-term employment opportunity with growth potential.
Rotation:
19 days on/9 days off (12-hr. shifts) Area of operation: U.S. Gulf & East Coasts. Headquarters -
Houma LA Required:
Valid Driver's License Duties Read and understand plans and specifications, which includes the Operator's Manuals and applicable technical bulletins. Use appropriate hand and power tools to repair, replace or perform maintenance on equipment Receive equipment assigned to the job and document the condition; set this equipment up on a regular service and inspection schedules Organize a library of reference material, equipment files, and backlog schedules Evaluate a timetable to assure certifications such as for cranes and commercial vehicles Assist equipment operators in effectively using the Daily Walkaround Report Assist the project with the generation of an accurate Equipment Locator Assure the efficient, clean and safe fueling and oiling of equipment Assure that equipment leaving the job is Job-ready for the next assignment Document with the Off-Hire Report. Qualifications May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position. Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision. Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools
Requirements:
Must have a valid driver's license Able to meet all physical requirements. Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft) Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
Pay:
$28.00 - $38.00 per hour
Experience:
Lattice Boom Crane Mechanic:
2 years (Required)
Language:
English (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Willingness to travel: 75% (Required)
Work Location:
In person