Marine Mechanic III
Job in
Sitka, Sitka Borough, Alaska, 99835, USA
Listed on 2026-07-16
Listing for:
Northeast Maritime Institute Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-16
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Marine Engineering / Maritime
Job Description & How to Apply Below
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Marine Mechanic III assists the Marine Mechanic team and the Port Engineer in the maintenance and repair of marine engines, marine machinery, and related equipment. The Marine Mechanic III will perform oil and fuel filter changes, other basic preventative maintenance and will report any observed issues to supervisory staff.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Assists with major and specialized mechanical overhaul and repair work on gasoline and marine diesel engines, outboard motors, and related marine equipment and systems using schematic charts and technical manuals.
- Assists with repairs and maintains hydraulic equipment and valves.
- Operates hand and power tools associated with marine engine and equipment repair.
- Assist the Mechanics/Inventory Specialist with maintaining inventory parts for engines and auxiliary systems on each vessel (i.e., pumps, starters, belts, impellers, filters, gaskets, etc.).
- Assist with required maintenance on prescribed schedule; be available to assist with all maintenance, oil/fuel filter changes on vessels, including greasing, changing zincs and taking oil samples.
- Assist with the maintenance of company vehicles, trucks, forklifts, etc.
- Ride along on an occasional tour to monitor vessel systems while underway by conducting checks of engine and jet room spaces throughout trip.
- Fill in, as needed, aboard vessels as deckhand/engineer and function as an effective member of the crew conducting engine room checks, maintaining passenger safety, and performing customer service.
- Keep the facility neat and well organized.
- Special projects may be assigned as required by the business.
- Must demonstrate analytical skills and aptitude for problem-solving.
- Must pass a security background check and DOT drug test.
- Ability to use hand/power tools.
- Valid, unexpired First Aid/CPR certification.
- Welding and/or fabrication experience.
- Valid US driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Direct experience with marine diesel engines is preferred.
- Mechanical experience – diesel and/or marine is preferred.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Molly Trostel via the contact information below:
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