Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for moving, maintaining, repairing, and servicing equipment, parts, machinery, and heavy equipment across a 63-acre shipyard facility while supporting safe and efficient operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment, brake systems, steering components, wheel bearings, and related mechanical systems to ensure safe operation.

• Perform preventive and routine maintenance including oil changes, battery replacement, lubrication, inspections, and equipment adjustments.

• Operate hand and power tools, welding equipment, jacks, hoists, and specialty maintenance equipment to complete repairs and installations.

• Read and interpret mechanical plans, blueprints, schematics, and hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams to perform work accurately.

• Follow all Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety policies and maintain compliance with organizational procedures and security standards.

• Maintain reliable attendance and work effectively in a fast-paced, physically demanding waterfront environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lift, carry, push, and pull equipment, tools, parts, and components weighing up to 75 lbs.; exert push/pull forces up to 150 lbs. when positioning equipment.
• Perform work while standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, reaching overhead, climbing stairs/ladders, and working in confined or elevated positions.
• Use hand and power tools requiring gripping, pinching, fine motor skills, and repetitive movements to complete maintenance and repair tasks.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and wear required PPE, including occasional use of a safety harness while performing elevated work.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented -- Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Drives Results -- Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Optimizes Work Processes (Quality & Continuous Improvement) -- Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must be a U.S. Person.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to work in confined and enclosed spaces.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work while kneeling, crouching, squatting, lying down, overhead, etc.
• Ability to work with a partner
• Heavy lifting may be required at times
• Work from mechanical plans, blueprints, schematics, sketches, and read hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of experience preferred
• Prior shipyard experience a plus
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic experience preferred

Company Overview:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS), located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, has been a leader in ship construction, repair, and conversions since 1918. Our portfolio includes articulated tug-barge units, OPA 90-compliant vessels, dredges, offshore supply vessels, and Great Lakes self-unloading vessels. We are committed to safety, quality, value, and dependability, delivering innovative maritime solutions. Our mission is to build, repair, and sustain vessels that supply, service, and defend our nation and the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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