Weeks Marine • Houma, LA 70361
Job #2692511158
Requisition ID: 158913
Position Summary
A Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for planning and safely executing preventive maintenance and repairs to equipment including cranes, winches, and auxiliary equipment in accordance with all applicable manuals, specifications, codes and industry standards. Assure that all construction equipment works efficiently, safely and is in compliance with the company Preventative Maintenance Program.
Experience Level
Skilled
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Read and understand plans and specifications, which includes the Operator's Manuals and applicable technical bulletins.
Diagnose and troubleshoot any malfunctions to equipment.
Use appropriate hand and power tools to repair, replace or perform maintenance on equipment
Repair and test equipment as needed (i.e. hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical systems and components).
Clean, lubricate, and perform routine maintenance as required.
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.
Completes repairs and maintenance jobs as needed.
Follows all company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an "Incident and Injury Free" work environment
Qualifications
Five (5) years of mechanical experience (Caterpillar, Cummins, John Deere, Detroit Diesel, etc).
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.
Knowledge of AC electrical systems preferred.
Ability to work a 50-hour work week, Mon. thru Fri. 6:30 am to 5:00 pm, weekends as required.
Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools
Requirements
so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
weather conditions
Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required
May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access
required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and
maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces
Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment
May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across
construction/industrial site
Must have required tools
Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required
Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing, fit for duty medical and background
check
Must possess a valid Driver's license
TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential (preferred)
Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels.
Performs other duties as required.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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