Shipyard Lead Mechanic at Allen Marine Inc – Sitka, Alaska

Perform mechanical and technical work on diesel and gas engines and generators, marine jet and standard propulsion systems, and small vessel and outboard systems on vessels ranging from 19-200 plus feet. You must be able to lead teams during repair projects. Mentor and train junior mechanics and engineers.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical division for repairs
• Schedule crews for work to be performed
• Document all work completed
• In depth knowledge of regulation related to US Coast Guard inspected vessels
• Install, maintain and troubleshoot diesel, gas and propane engines, generators, jets, shaft and propellers as well as other associated machinery
• Install pumps, build brackets associated with mechanical components
• Install piping, fabricate manifolds, and install bathroom fixtures
• Run fuel lines, wiring harnesses, control cables associated with marine engine installation
• Rebuilding different kinds of diesel engines.
• Lining up engines in new vessel builds for drive lines, exhaust, and saltwater plumbing.
• Other tasks may be required associated with regular operations of the company, assigned by management group
• Lead a small repair team for remote repairs

Requirements

• High School Degree or equivalent

• Diesel Mechanic technical training or 5+ years in-depth diesel mechanic experience
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 80lbs, climb ladders, work in small compartments/spaces, work on feet a full day, able to wear personal protective equipment such as respirator, safety glasses, hearing protection
• Receive direction from and provide feedback to management group including job status, problems, better solutions or recommended adjustments to the plan
• Able to and willing to work overtime if needed
• Experience working with electronics and wiring systems, repair and installation a plus
• Experience with boat plumbing a plus
• Experience operating heavy machinery such as a forklift, tractor and travel lift a plus
• Welding experience a plus (steel, stainless and aluminum)

Job Profile

• Hours are flex week. Expect occasional over-time
• Work in a shipyard (industrial shop) environment
• May be dusty & below room temperature
• Employee may be required to work outdoors year round
• Supervisory position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: DOE