Maintenance Mechanic - Shipyard

Gulf Marine Repair in Tampa, FL is seeking to hire a Maintenance Mechanic to perform maintenance and repairs on floating equipment., lifting equipment, over-the-road equipment, and miscellaneous shipyard equipment. As a maintenance mechanic, you will be required to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components. This is a 1st shift position. Our Maintenance Mechanic earns a competitive starting wage of $24.53/hr. - based on experience. We also offer 2 medical plans, 2 dental plans, vision, EAP, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), whole life insurance (portable), term life insurance, ADD insurance, disability insurance, cancer insurance, hospital insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance. If you are ready to work for a company that values you, apply today! ABOUT GULF MARINE REPAIR Gulf Marine Repair specializes in the repair, conversion, and modification of large ocean-going commercial vessels, tugs and barges, dredges, small ships, and harbor tugs, as well as US Coast Guard, MARAD, USACE, and NOAA vessels. We serve customers throughout Florida's Gulf Coast and the Eastern United States. Our team comes together every day to provide the highest quality workmanship through honesty, integrity, and dedicated hard work-- resulting in total customer satisfaction. We value the work our employees put in every day and know that they are essential to our success. Therefore, we offer competitive compensation, great benefits, and a work environment that people want to be a part of. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MAINTENANCE MECHANIC As a Maintenance Mechanic, you perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on shipyard equipment including tugs, barges, cranes, forklifts, rigging equipment, chain falls, pickup trucks, mobile cranes, automobiles, portable pumps, generators, cable reels, and power units, ventilator blowers, and lighting equipment. You comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area. You also operate cranes, forklifts, air compressors, and trucks for repair purposes. You operate under strict quality, safety, environmental, and health regulations and policies. You enjoy working in a shipyard environment and find great satisfaction in your work. QUALIFICATIONS Must have own tools Must be able to overhaul pumps, engines and valves, and dial-in pump motors Must be able to overhaul gearboxes on valve actuators and capstans Must have a valid driver's license 2+ years of experience in a shipyard environment (preferred) Strong communication skills Mechanical aptitude Flexible schedule to include working overtime and weekends when required A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for and you meet the above requirements, apply today by filling out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application! Location: 33605