Mechanical Assistant - 1st & 2nd Shift

About the role

Marine Travelift is excited to be adding Mechanical Assistants to our team. This is an hourly level, full-time position that will assist the Mechanical Assemblers with the machine builds.

Responsibilities

• Complete entry level assembly work and prepare parts, wires, hoses, and hydraulics to be added to the build equipment utilizing power equipment and wrenching techniques
• Produce boat hoist and lift components by assisting with subassemblies to produce one, large product
• Assist with engines and compartments installation that includes pumps, tires, conduit and hydraulic lines
• Train with mechanical assemblers to increase mechanical, electrical and hydraulic skills as it relates to machine builds and grow into an assembler position
• Lift and stack completed subassemblies and parts
• Use overhead and jib cranes as needed to move steel beams and columns
• All other duties and responsibilities that are assigned

Requirements

• Have basic mechanical knowledge and/or be mechanically inclined
• Have attention to detail
• Be able to follow verbal and written work instructions in English
• Be able to learn to read blueprints
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted

Schedule

• 1st shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00AM–3:00PM; Friday, 6:00AM–12:00PM
• 2nd shift: Monday–Thursday, 2:30PM–1:00AM (3-day weekend); enjoy 2nd shift differential pay!

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans available the first of the month following date of hire
• Eligibility to join our 401K benefit plan with company match after 30 days of employment
• Participation in the company's semi-annual discretionary incentive plan
• Paid vacation and holidays available at hire
• Health Saving Account (HSA) plan with employer contribution
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Job training and advancement opportunities
• Great people to work and train with
• Overtime opportunities