What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE MECHANIC- B position at BOLLINGER MISSISSIPPI SHIPBUILDING LLC?
GENERAL FUNCTION: Inspects, repairs and maintains functional automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as forklifts, front-end loaders and cherry pickers along with that of electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment. When repairs to electronic components are done following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities:
Maintains service records on vehicles and equipment.
Inspects, repairs and maintains functional parts of automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery, such as forklifts, front-end loaders and cherry pickers.
Inspects defective equipment and diagnoses malfunctions using analyzers, pressure gauges, chassis charts and factory manuals.
Disassembles and overhauls engines, pumps, pump power units, generators, transmissions, clutches and rear ends, using hand tools and hoist.
Adjusts brakes, aligns wheels, tightens bolts and screws, and reassembles equipment.
Operate equipment to test its functioning.
Changes oil, checks batteries, repair tires and tubes and lubricates equipment and machinery.
Performs “tag out” or “lock out” procedures on equipment in the yard.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Knowledge of gas and diesel engines, electrical aspects of engines and hydraulic and pneumatic systems is preferred.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: Prior work experience as a maintenance mechanic in an industrial or shipyard environment is preferred.
Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.