What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crane Mechanic position at Weeks Marine, Inc.?
Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Crane
Dredging Division
Houma, LA, United States
Job Description
A Heavy Equipment mechanic is responsible for providing mechanical support to equipment including crawler, cranes, hydraulic cranes, and/or anchor winches at the Houma, LA repair facility, and various jobsites. Candidates must have a positive attitude towards team members, hard work, strong work ethic and commitment to quality and safety.
Essential Job Functions:
- Mechanical aptitude to diagnose and troubleshoot any malfunctions to equipment.
- Capable of accomplishing medium to heavy repairs with some supervision.
- Perform routine maintenance, complete repairs and test equipment as needed (i.e., hydraulic, electrical systems and mechanical components).
- Follows all company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an "Incident and Injury Free" work environment.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Mechanic Helpers
Education and Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in general heavy equipment repairs and/or crawler cranes, hydraulic cranes, and anchor winches.
- Heavy equipment dealer technician experience preferred.
- Must have strong mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Experience with using a cutting torch preferred.
- Ability to work a 50 hours per week.
- Short-term travel may be required from time to time with extended stays possible.
- Candidate must supply some of their own hand tools, such as wrenches, sockets, etc.
Required Certification or Licenses
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record. Must be able to get Class D Chauffeurs license within 90-days of hire.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies, and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted regularly.
- Must be able to tolerate harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, heights, rough seas, vibrations, and high noise levels.
- Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend, squat, crawl, climb ladders, or stand for long periods of time.
- Must be able to perform other physical activities as part of equipment repair, survey, or inspection.
Additional Duties
This Job Description does not cover all required duties, activities, functions, and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Weeks Marine, Inc., with or without notice.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Weeks Marine, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination, hostility, harassment, and retaliation.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet
