Mechanic - Heavy Equipment

Dredging Division

Houma, LA, United States

Job Description

A Heavy Equipment mechanic is responsible for providing mechanical support to equipment including bulldozers, wheel loaders, telehandlers and/or excavators at the Houma, LA repair facility, and various jobsites.  Candidates must have a positive attitude towards team members, hard work, strong work ethic and commitment to quality and safety.

Essential Job Functions:

Mechanical aptitude to diagnose and troubleshoot any malfunctions to equipment.  Capable of accomplishing medium to heavy repairs with some supervision. Perform routine maintenance, complete repairs and test equipment as needed (i.e., hydraulic, electrical systems and mechanical components). Follows all company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “Incident and Injury Free” work environment.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent. Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in general heavy equipment repairs and/or excavators/marsh buggy excavators. Heavy equipment dealer technician experience preferred. Must have strong mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance. Experience with using a cutting torch preferred. Ability to work a 19 on/ 9 off rotation, 12 hours a day while on shift.  Short-term travel may be required from time to time with extended stays possible. Candidate must supply some of their own hand tools, such as wrenches, sockets, etc.

Required Certification or Licenses

Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.  Must be able to get Class D Chauffeurs license within 90-days of hire.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted regularly. Must be able to tolerate harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, heights, rough seas, vibrations, and high noise levels. Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend, squat, crawl, climb ladders, or stand for long periods of time. Must be able to perform other physical activities as part of equipment repair, survey, or inspection.

Additional Duties

This Job Description does not cover all required duties, activities, functions, and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Weeks Marine, Inc., with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Weeks Marine, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination, hostility, harassment, and retaliation.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.