Maintenance & Repair Technician

About the Role

Responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of diesel-powered, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on heavy equipment used in a busy shipping terminal. This position helps ensure terminal equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently with minimal downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel-powered terminal equipment, including engines, fuel systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, and electrical components.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, hoses, fittings, and hydraulic controls.
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic systems, including compressors, air lines, valves, actuators, regulators, and air brakes.
• Inspect equipment for mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and safety-related deficiencies.
• Perform scheduled service, lubrication, fluid changes, filter replacement, adjustments, and component replacement.
• Diagnose equipment problems using service manuals, schematics, diagnostic equipment, gauges, and testing procedures.
• Repair or replace worn, damaged, or defective components to manufacturer specifications.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform timely field repairs to minimize operational downtime.
• Conduct operational and safety checks following repairs before returning equipment to service.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, work orders, and parts usage documentation.
• Coordinate with terminal operations and other maintenance personnel to prioritize equipment repairs and minimize disruptions.
• Follow OSHA, terminal safety requirements, manufacturer procedures, and established lockout/tagout practices.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly care for tools, diagnostic equipment, and company assets.
• Participate in equipment inspections and preventive-maintenance programs designed to improve reliability and reduce unexpected failures.

Equipment

Typical equipment may include diesel-powered cargo-handling and terminal equipment such as container handlers, reach stackers, forklifts, yard tractors, loaders, and other heavy mobile equipment.

Requirements

• Diesel or heavy-equipment technician certification.
• Experience with container-handling equipment, cranes, yard tractors, forklifts, or other port/terminal equipment.
• Formal training in diesel technology, hydraulics, pneumatics, or industrial maintenance.
• Experience with electronic engine and equipment diagnostics.
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.