Boat Mechanic at Kirby Inland Marine LP in Channelview, Texas

Job Description:

Overview

Keep all Kirby vessels operational in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on vessels.


• Regularly inspect all vessel operating equipment and perform preventative maintenance as well as repair on equipment.


• Drive Company vehicle to vessel location and review open vessel work order listing and complete open identified items as necessary.


• Communicate any problems or remaining open items back to Planner as necessary.


• Complete inspection and work order reports in order to document findings and completed repairs.


• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of all aspects of vessel operating systems and ability to perform preventative maintenance as well as minor repairs to these systems.


• Ability to use and operate normal hand tools as well as certain special repair tools.


• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license.

Competencies:

Good communication skills.

Education/ Experience:

High school diploma or GED.

Minimum 2 years’ experience in the marine transportation industry with at least 2 years in maintenance and repair.

Physical Activities & Requirements: Standard Office Criteria

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; climb aboard and move around vessels; climb 90-degree vertical ladders; bend, crawl, and maneuver around tight spaces.

Working Conditions: Standard Office Criteria

Basic five days a week, eight hours a day work schedule with some overtime. Weekend on call rotation in conjunction with port engineer.