What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic I position at Ports America?
At Ports America, the Crane and Heavy Equipment Mechanic I will repair and maintain equipment necessary to provide daily and long-term support for stevedoring activities.
Essential Duties:
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all types of stevedoring equipment.
- Primary contact for diagnosing problems with electric-powered forklifts.
- Perform preventive maintenance on stevedoring equipment; plug in and check fluid levels for electric forklift batteries daily.
- Complete written inspection report, work order, and parts list. Must seek repair authorization and approval for parts that are not in parts inventory.
- Deliver and position equipment for various stevedoring activities, remain on site to perform emergency repairs during vessel/terminal operations.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Work flexible hours as dictated by business need
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year of mechanical and/or maintenance experience
- Basic set of mechanics hand and air tools at least up to 1 1/2” wrenches, sockets, metric, and standard
Preferred Qualifications:
- Complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
- Basic written communication skills required for completion of daily reports.
- Experience training others on software applications that support the departments operations.
Working Conditions:
- Climb up and down on equipment and ladders
- Work in changing hot and cold climates based on weather conditions
- Work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast moving equipment
- Stand long period of times
- Lift, push, and or pull up to 50lbs
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.