About Us:  

Established in 1919, Weeks Marine, Inc. is one of the largest marine, dredging and tunneling contractors in North America and has successfully completed projects throughout North and South America, from inland waterways to offshore sites in the Pacific and the Atlantic. Weeks Marine has three key divisions – Construction, Dredging and Marine Services – which are bolstered by three major subsidiaries, Healy Tibbitts Builders, Inc., McNally International, Inc. and North American Aggregates.   

Weeks Marine’s vast reach and deep expertise, combined with the sheer size and diversity of its equipment fleet, enables the company to serve as a one-stop shop for clients in both the private and governmental sectors, providing exceptional customer service, environmental sensitivity, operational efficiency, and a long-standing commitment to safety. Weeks Marine is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey, and manages a network of regional offices in Louisiana, Texas, Hawaii, Guam, Ontario, and Nova Scotia.     

Job Description

The Equipment Specialist is responsible for planning and establishing the schedule and budgets, as well as the use and reliability, of assigned equipment. The incumbent will take care of the day-to-day and long-term aspects of assigned equipment. The main objective of this position is to improve the reliability of the equipment as well as to implement, audit, manage, and monitor preventive maintenance programs. Ensures assigned personnel and equipment are compliant with regulatory agencies and company policies. 

Essential Job Functions

Understand and comply with all company and federal government requirements and provincial health, safety and environmental. Ensure the supply and handling of materials. Produce and maintain equipment documentation. Perform equipment and parts inspection. Provide logistics management and communication. Plan and establish the schedule and budgets for long- and short-term equipment. Establish and maintain communication between all levels of supervision and management. Support service technicians: parts ordering, inventory management, team scheduling and quality and safety management. Take care of special projects as needed.

 

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in diesel/automotive technology, heavy equipment, mechanical engineering or construction management is preferable. Having at least one (1) year of experience in equipment is preferable Have at least 1 year of experience in planning and establishing equipment schedules and budgets is preferred. Demonstrate a strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done. Demonstrate excellent organizational, time management and communication skills. Have an eye for detail and the ability to lead multiple projects concurrently while prioritizing tasks. Be prepared to travel as needed. Be ready to work in an office as well as on a construction site or yard. Ability to access all points of the construction site or equipment facilities in a wide range of environments and climatic conditions.

Required Certifications or Licenses

Valid driver’s license

Additional Duties

This Job Description does not cover all of the 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

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