Equipment Mechanic

DescriptionMain Purpose:Repair and maintenance engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulics, and electrical and pneumatic systems on a variety of yard equipment (i.e., hoisting equipment, manlift /scissor lifts, forklift/loaders, dozer/side booms, pipe mill, and fab shop equipment, burning equipment, painting and blasting equipment, compressors, winches, trucks, and other vehicles). The person holding this position must be able to perform various duties.Essential FunctionsPlan, organize, and accomplish work with minimal direction and supervisionClimb and work on and around equipment, using ladders, steps, etc.Read and understand service manuals, electric, hydraulic, and air piping schematics, etc.Operate mechanic hand, power, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical toolsTroubleshoot hydraulic, electric, and pneumatic systemsUse a burning torch and torque wrenchOperate portable and shop blasting equipmentAdhere to all Company safety rules and regulations and be familiar with all safety equipmentClimb and work in high areas and confined spacesKeep work areas clean and in orderly conditionComply with all OSHA Safety rules and regulationsPerform other duties assigned by supervisorBenefits OfferedEarned Wage AccessHealth, Dental and Vision Insurance401(k) with Company MatchPaid HolidaysPaid VacationLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceSafety AwardsCompany StoreEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)RequirementsPhysical Requirements:Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeingTurning, twisting, bending and balancingPushing, pulling and reachingMust be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 poundsJob RequirementsTwo years experienceMust be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physicalMust be able to pass a background checkDesirable Experience, Education And TrainingHigh School Diploma or equivalentTools, Equipment And TechnologyRatchets, sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, mallets, pry bars, picks, torque wrenches, impact tools, electrical measuring tools, etc.Environmental Conditions80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.