Marine Mechanic

The Marine Mechanic troubleshoots and repairs marine engines, waterjets, and associated systems onboard assigned vessels. Principal Accountabilities Troubleshoots and repairs engine equipment and systems on assigned vessels Supports all vessels’ Chief Engineers or Engineers Determines specific parts, supplies, and material requirements for each task Conducts on-the-job training of junior or shop personnel as required Supports on-land vessel dry dockings, as well as, supporting maintenance and repairs on other equipment, and systems assigned Performs assigned systems tasks/efforts to include government directed work schemes under general direction Ensures all work is performed in accordance with company procedures, standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory requirements Assists in operation and maintenance of the syncrolift Performing work on air compressors Conducting of general vessel inspections Ensure all tasks are preformed within the appropriate Hazmat and pollution control guidelines. Maintains vessel charts and maritime publications. Other duties as assigned by leadership Knowledge & Skills Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing Ability to read and understand operating manuals and/or service repair manuals written in English Working knowledge on troubleshooting and overhauling diesel engines Ability to read and interpret manuals, exploded view diagrams, engineering sketches, charts, and work orders Accurately maintaining all required records Accurately maintaining and accounting for all assigned government property Previous work experience in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce. Excellent organizational, time management and customer service skills. Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Valid country driver's license and passport. Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide). Experience & Education Three (3) years’ experience in diesel engine repairs; prefer previous experience repairing marine diesel engines and systems High school diploma or equivalent Degree from a certified maritime vocational school or shipyard apprenticeship program preferred DDEC 60 Series qualification school certificate for tear down and rebuild preferred U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Document (MMD) with a QMED- oiler endorsement or higher-level license preferred go to method of application »