Marine Mechanic (Traveling Position - St Louis, MO; Cairo, IL; Paducah, KY)

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in accordance with ACBL safety & environmental policies
• Absorb and comply with ACBL policies, USCG and environmental regulations
• Absorb and comply with ACBL’s Safety Management System for Vessel Engineering, Maintenance and Repair Manual for Engineered and Non-Engineered Vessels
• Maintain all equipment on fleet vessels in proper working order
• Make repairs to engines, generators, auxiliary machinery, and other systems on the fleet vessels as needed
• Use an electric multi-meter safely to troubleshoot and make repairs
• Track, document, and perform necessary routine maintenance on the fleet vessels
• Keep necessary documentation and other required paperwork (both written & computer) associated with the repairs and maintenance of the fleet vessels
• Maintain an inventory of spare parts and materials that are critical for the repairs of fleet vessels and reorder parts as needed
• Assist outside vendors as needed to make repairs on the fleet vessels
• Aid when needed to make repairs to mainline vessels
• Help maintain a pool of support vessels and deliver them to and from mainline vessels as needed
• Develop a working knowledge of the SMS and use for all repairs and daily activities
• Be a leader in safety and environmental stewardship in the ACBL fleet
• Must be able to be on-call weekends and nights during assigned weeks of call
• Perform all other job duties as assigned

Requirements

• Meet ACBL physical examination requirements
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Possess and maintain an active TWIC
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Have 5+ years mechanical maintenance experience and repairs of associated equipment
• Live within reasonable driving distance of assigned location (Employee is responsible for getting themselves to and from work each day)

Qualifications

• Prior towboat troubleshooting and repair experience preferred

Skills

• Electric multi-meter usage
• Documentation and record-keeping
• Inventory management
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Safety and environmental stewardship

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a variety of vessels and equipment
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technology
• Commitment to safety and professional development
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company travel vehicle assignment