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Job Title: Engines Technician
Location: Harahan, LA
Travel: up to 25%
Compensation: $22–$28 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Full-time
Category: Field Service / Workshop Support
Are you a detail-driven, mechanically inclined problem solver looking to launch your career in engine service and repair? We're seeking an Engines Technician to join our growing team. This is a role, supporting primarily supporting the Gulf Coast region of the USA, and involves some travel to other workshops, customer sites and vessels. It's an exciting opportunity for someone eager to build technical expertise and gain hands-on field experience with diesel engines and auxiliary systems.
You'll thrive here if you are someone who values precision, works methodically, and stays focused in changing environments. If you prefer facts over fluff, like to work with your hands, and are driven to grow your skills—this could be the perfect next step.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in executing diesel engine service and repairs, both on-site and in the workshop
- Follow instructions closely while gaining hands-on experience under supervision
- Operate shop and portable equipment such as grinders, honing tools, and diagnostic devices
- Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, reports, and service records
- Participate in troubleshooting and inspections with guidance from senior technicians
- Uphold safety standards, company procedures, and manufacturer guidelines
- Deliver consistent performance in a high-travel, customer-facing environment
Must-Have Skills, Experience & Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1–4 years of general mechanical experience or completion of a trade program
- Clean driving record and valid driver's license (company vehicle provided)
- Basic understanding of diesel engine components and mechanical systems
- Familiarity with metric measurements and hand tools
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working in confined spaces
- Willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time
Preferred Skills, Experience & Qualifications
- Prior experience working with diesel or auxiliary systems (fuel, air, water, etc.)
- Use of measuring equipment, test tools, and inspection procedures
- Experience documenting technical work or providing condition reports
- Familiarity with workshop or marine service environments
- Possess or be able to obtain a TWIC card
- Ability to stay organized and focused during frequent travel and shifting priorities
- Speaks Spanish
Who Will Excel in This Role
This position is ideal for someone who is:
- Fact-focused and task-oriented – You like structure, clear goals, and measurable outcomes
- Precise and hands-on – You take pride in technical accuracy and thoroughness
- Adaptable and resilient – You remain steady and solution-focused, even when things shift quickly
- Self-motivated and independent – You don't wait for direction—you act and take initiative
Equal Opportunity Employer
MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws. We understand that marijuana laws vary by state, and our testing policies are designed to ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements where applicable.
Salary : $22 - $28