Heavy Equipment Mechanic

About the role

General Dynamics Electric Boat, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on heavy mobile equipment and vehicles, including mobile cranes, forklifts, and manlifts.
• Work with special purpose vehicles (transporters and similar equipment) utilizing gasoline or diesel power and possessing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems/controls not commonly found on transporters or ordinary transport trucks.
• Repair, replace, and diagnose failed pistons, valves, bearings, cylinders, etc.
• Determine the cause of malfunctions and make necessary repairs to a variety of mobile equipment.
• Repair and troubleshoot electromechanical controls on various mobile equipment.
• Perform all work in a safe manner as outlined by OSHA and company safety manual.
• Conduct maintenance checks and inspections of fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, clutches, etc.
• Test, troubleshoot, and adjust hydraulic valves, pumps, and motors.
• Inspect, repair, and replace diesel engines, main bearing assemblies, steering assemblies, air and hydraulic brakes, etc.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience.
• Minimum of 1 year relevant mechanic experience.
• Diesel engine repair and maintenance experience.
• Knowledge to perform maintenance on various pumps, motors, internal gearing, hydraulic systems, and mechanical joints associated with mobile equipment.
• Available to work all shifts.
• Physical Qualifications: Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting.
• Environmental Attributes: Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet.

Qualifications

• Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant mechanic experience.
• Shipyard experience.
• Military experience.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of electronics to identify and replace failed components.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, wiring diagrams, and other technical publications.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and electronic control systems associated with mobile equipment.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Prescription Coverage
• Health and Wellness Programs
• 401K
• Commuter/Van Services
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift
• Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities