Heavy Equipment Mechanic

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is accountable for providing maintenance support to field operations at marine project locations for Orion. Incumbents are responsible for inspection, repair, and maintenance of functional parts of mechanical equipment or machinery used in dredging and marine construction work. Typically, they will work closely with the Equipment Manager, Yard Superintendent, Yard Leadman, Mechanics, Mechanic Laborers, and other skilled or semi-skilled crafts persons.

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, most importantly with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works as assigned by the Equipment Manager to ensure timely maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Performs day-to-day mechanical maintenance activities in the field mechanic shop as assigned.
• Keeps a daily log of work being done and maintains work orders.
• Disassembles, repairs, and assembles diesel and gasoline engines.
• Performs minor and major overhauls and repairs on brake, electrical, fuel, lubrication, cooling, vacuum, and hydraulic systems and drive trains. Including cranes/heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems with machinery and equipment.
• Installs batteries, tires, wiring, windows, and windshields.
• Lubricates and services automotive and heavy equipment as needed.
• Maintains appropriate maintenance records of all repairs and plans the next regularly scheduled maintenance date.
• Orders materials and supplies needed for repair and maintenance of various pieces of equipment and machinery.
• Maintains a library of various maintenance and repair reference manuals.
• Performs general facility maintenance and clean-up tasks.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance with State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

 

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of two (2) years' experience as an automobile mechanic or heavy equipment mechanic or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary mechanic skills, knowledge, and abilities is required. The incumbent must also be able to communicate well and have good knowledge of the:

• Practices and materials of the heavy equipment mechanic trade.
• Operation of various types of marine equipment, machinery, and devices.
• Importance of safe work practices in a marine environment.
• Mechanic craft and be capable of demonstrating proficiency to perform the job.

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD's), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

Must be qualified and physically able to drive regular passenger vehicles to visit work locations and job sites.

In addition, Mechanic must be capable of:

• Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back in performance of work.
• Climbing vertical ladders to heights of 40'-50'.
• Working in confined spaces.
• Working at elevated heights.
• Lifting objects up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Adapting to extreme temperature changes.
• Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.
• Remaining calm during emergencies and responding appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.