Diesel Mechanic

This role involves inspecting, servicing, and repairing diesel trucks, barges, and heavy equipment, with a focus on diesel engines and hydraulics. You will be responsible for diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, performing repairs and installations, and following a regular maintenance schedule to ensure all machinery is operating efficiently. The ideal candidate will have strong commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems effectively.

• →Inspect, operate, and conduct thorough testing of engines, electrical systems, cranes, and heavy machinery to accurately diagnose malfunctions and ensure optimal functionality.
• →Repair, replace, and install a variety of equipment, including engines, navigational systems, operating systems, pumps, hydraulics, steering mechanisms, and components of cranes and heavy machinery, ensuring all systems function properly and safely.
• →Adhere to and maintain a detailed monthly maintenance schedule, conducting preventive and corrective maintenance on all equipment, including cranes and heavy machinery, to minimize downtime and extend service life.
• →Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, assess system performance, and determine effective corrective actions to resolve any operational or technical problems.
• →Ensure strict compliance with all quality standards, safety protocols, and industry regulations to maintain a safe and productive work environment.
• →Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience with heavy equipment, PMs (Preventive Maintenance), and repair.
• Willingness to travel if needed.
• Truck ASE certificate.
• Ability to work on a variety of equipment.
• Welding skills are preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read/comprehend written and oral instructions in English, including safety rules, operating procedures, manuals, etc.
• Ability to complete tasks and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• CDL A is a plus.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints is a plus.

• Travel to jobsites is required.

• Comfortable working under diverse weather conditions and in water-based environments.
• Strong ability to work cooperatively with others, following directions accurately from supervisors and contributing to a positive work environment.
• Diligent adherence to all occupational health and safety regulations.

• Consistently produces accurate work.

• Consistently demonstrates commitment to the Company’s success and growth.
• Customer-focused (both internal and external customers).
• Can identify problems/issues and participate in problem resolution as appropriate for job level.
• Perseverance “can-do” attitude.

• Effectively and efficiently manages workload with appropriate sense of urgency.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet changing priorities and workload.
• Meets established goals.
• Reliable and punctual.

• Is seen as a team player; gains trust by supporting colleagues; is a collaborator.
• Makes others better.

• Seeks and is open to feedback.
• Accountable for one’s own actions.
• Complies with company policies and procedures.

• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, lifting, pushing, pulling and/or carrying up to 100 pounds occasionally in addition to using material handling equipment.
• May be required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl.  Vision abilities require close vision assessments. Moderately loud noise levels in the work environment. 
• Steel toe boots are required.