Maintenance Mechanic

SUMMARY OF COMPANY

Southwest Shipyard, LP provides gas freeing and cleaning services, steaming, and flaring services, Barge and Boat repair, Surface preparation and painting, water treatment and new construction services to the commercial and government marine industry. Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water access to the Gulf of Mexico. We take pride in our dedicated and experienced workforce that focuses on Quality, Safety and Environmental Excellence.

Our motto is "Faster, Safer, Better".

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the upkeep of buildings and mechanical systems, including repair, maintenance, and the installation of system components, troubleshoot, and facility maintenance. Additionally, this position may be required to perform emergency repairs, which necessitates the ability to troubleshoot promptly. The Maintenance Mechanics will work with large production machines and heavy equipment.

WORK SCHEDULE

Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.

Day

Shift: 6:00am - 3:30pm

Overtime and/or Weekend Availability required.

Brady Island. (8502 Cypress St, Houston Tx 77012)

Must be open to travel to our other sites - Channelview and Galveston with a valid driver license.

BENEFITS

Competitive Salary. Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life). 401(k)/Retirement Savings. Friendly Work Environment. Paid-Time off/Holidays. Career Path Opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform pump service/maintenance activities, troubleshoot, electrical work, facility maintenance, preventative maintenance, mechanical work, including taking accurate measurements, completing documentation, and referencing proper standards/documentation to ensure quality craftsmanship.

Utilize hand tools effectively; wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, impact tools, hammers, mallets, grinders, reading meters.

Operate, maintain, and/or repair powered industrial trucks, aerial platforms, and bridge cranes.

Responsible for maintaining tools, equipment, stock levels (parts and lubes) for the department. Small hand tools must be furnished by the employee and list documented with department manager and HR files. Specialized tools needed will be furnished by SWSLP, or as directed by Maintenance Manager. Preventative maintenance duties to perform hands on maintenance, troubleshooting, and complete repair work on pumps, vacuum pumps, submergible pumps, and direct acting steam pumps.

Ability to dialogue with yard and vendor personnel to perform maintenance or repair needs on mechanical equipment.

Assess damages and diagnose possible problems with the equipment such as pumps, compressors, welding machines, heavy equipment, generators, motors, hand tools, boilers, cranes, and flares.

Required to perform quality assurance inspection of parts according to standard operating procedure requirements.

Conduct testing, inspecting, repairing, and re-assembling basic equipment, components, and systems including but not limited to overhead bridge cranes, hoists, gear boxes, forklifts, company vehicles, pneumatic and mechanical systems, power transmission components, combustion engines, boiler systems, and hydraulic systems.

Maintain close communication with Supervisor on status of daily activities and issues which may arise.

Assist with planning and preparing daily schedule to facilitate efficient completion of duties.

Adhere to and ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards, regulations, and policies.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Must be proficient in English and be able to communicate effectively with others;
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Ability to multitask, learn quickly, and meet deadlines as needed.

Strong attention to detail, with a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction.

Self-starter who can operate without direct supervision, with a strong sense of urgency.

Ability to effectively communicate in a professional  detail-oriented, have steady hands, and the ability to follow instructions.

Ability to understand Company Quality Manual and procedures described and required.

Ability to manage time and tasks effectively and efficiently.

Must have or be eligible to obtain a TWIC Card. High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Minimum 5 years' experience in Industrial and/or Manufacturing maintenance.

Valid Driver License with ability to maintain a good driving record.

Basic computer knowledge and proficiency and/or a demonstrated technical aptitude to learn;
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office Suite:
Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.

Demonstration of basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units to measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals); ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent preferred.

Forklift experience required; certification preferred.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee must be able to perform the…