What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Mechanic position at Fincantieri Marine Group - Bay Shipbuilding?
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.
Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, email our Human Resources Department at Bayshipbuilding-HR@us.fincantieri.com. We promote a Drug Free Work Environment and require pre-employment drug testing as well as mandatory random drug testing.