Garage Mechanic

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

GARAGE MECHANIC

Position Title

Garage Mechanic

Department

Operations

Reports To

Garage Supervisor / Operations Manager

FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Full-Time

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs inspection, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and repair of diesel-powered vehicles, heavy equipment and machinery supporting safe and reliable shipyard operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair diesel and gasoline engines, heavy equipment and industrial vehicles

· Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, fluid and filter changes, scheduled servicing and equipment checks

· Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fuel, cooling, braking, steering and drivetrain systems

· Service forklifts, telehandlers, loaders, lifts, trucks, trailers, generators and compressors as assigned

· Use diagnostic tools, service manuals and schematics; repair or replace worn and defective components

· Perform operational checks after repairs and respond to equipment breakdowns throughout the shipyard

· Remove unsafe equipment from service and notify supervision; maintain accurate work orders and service records

· Coordinate maintenance priorities and parts needs; maintain tools, shop areas and proper waste handling

· Follow lockout/tagout, safe lifting, fire prevention, PPE and other required safety procedures

· Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Diesel engine and heavy equipment repair experience required; forklift, hydraulic and industrial equipment experience strongly preferred. Technical or trade training preferred. Must be able to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, interpret service information, safely use tools and lifting equipment, document repairs and work independently or with a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing onto equipment and working in awkward positions. Must handle tools and parts, use appropriate lifting assistance for heavy loads, and wear required PPE. Essential tasks must be performed safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work occurs in garage, maintenance shop and active shipyard areas, indoors and outdoors, with exposure to noise, exhaust, fuels, oils, solvents, moving machinery, hot surfaces, dust, fumes and changing weather. Overtime or variable shifts may be required.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow company policies and applicable OSHA and maritime safety requirements; isolate and support equipment before repair, report hazards and incidents promptly, and stop or escalate unsafe work.

DISCLAIMER

This description summarizes the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Management may modify responsibilities based on operational needs, consistent with applicable law.