Boat Mechanic

Overview

Keep all Kirby vessels operational in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on vessels.
• Regularly inspect all vessel operating equipment and perform preventative maintenance as well as repair on equipment.
• Drive Company vehicle to vessel location and review open vessel work order listing and complete open identified items as necessary.
• Communicate any problems or remaining open items back to Planner as necessary.
• Complete inspection and work order reports in order to document findings and completed repairs.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of all aspects of vessel operating systems and ability to perform preventative maintenance as well as minor repairs to these systems.
• Ability to use and operate normal hand tools as well as certain special repair tools.
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license.
  
  

Competencies

Good communication skills.

Education/ Experience

High school diploma or GED.

Minimum 2 years’ experience in the marine transportation industry with at least 2 years in maintenance and repair.

Physical Activities & Requirements: Standard Office Criteria

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; climb aboard and move around vessels; climb 90-degree vertical ladders; bend, crawl, and maneuver around tight spaces.

Working Conditions: Standard Office Criteria

Basic five days a week, eight hours a day work schedule with some overtime. Weekend on call rotation in conjunction with port engineer.